England stay on course for Six Nations Grand Slam after Italy rout

Ireland take on Wales tonight. 

Marlie Packer won player of the match in England’s 61-33 win over Italy. Pic: Nigel French/PA

A four-try haul by Marlie Packer helped England beat Italy 61-33 in the Women’s Six Nations to record a 37th consecutive Test victory.

England secured a bonus point inside 14 minutes at Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi but John Mitchell’s world champions were pushed afterwards and only held a 40-19 lead at the break.