England start Women’s Six Nations title defence with bonus-point win over Italy

Mia Venner marked her full England debut with a try in a 38-5 victory.

Emily Scarratt grabs England’s second try in a 38-5 victory over Italy. Pic: Mike Egerton/PA

England started their Guinness Women’s Six Nations campaign with a 38-5 bonus-point victory over Italy in York.

Red Roses head coach John Mitchell selected an experimental line-up and watched full debutant Mia Venner respond with a try after three minutes.