England Women’s Six Nations Squad Announced with Seven Uncapped Players

John Mitchell has named the England Women’s Six Nations squad, including seven uncapped players, as the Red Roses prepare to defend their Six Nations title for an eighth consecutive year. The announcement comes after a historic World Cup victory in 2025, setting the stage for a challenging tournament ahead.

Squad Overview

The squad features a blend of experienced players and fresh talent, with Christiana Balogun, Millie David, Haineala Lutui, Annabel Meta, Sarah Parry, Demelza Short and Jodie Verghese all in contention for their first caps. Despite the influx of new players, the squad will be without key figures Zoe Stratford, Abbie Ward, and Lark Atkin-Davies, who are all expecting children.

Leadership Changes

Meg Jones will captain the team for the tournament, with Alex Matthews and Amy Cokayne serving as vice-captains. Mitchell emphasized the necessitate for a fresh start and the importance of player competition in determining the best combinations for success.

Squad Breakdown

Forwards (22)

• Christiana Balogun (Bristol Bears, uncapped)
• Sarah Bern (Bristol Bears, 79 caps)
• Hannah Botterman (Bristol Bears, 62 caps)
• Abi Burton (Trailfinders Women, 4 caps)
• May Campbell (Saracens, 5 caps)
• Mackenzie Carson (Gloucester-Hartpury, 23 caps)
• Kelsey Clifford (Saracens, 21 caps)
• Amy Cokayne (Sale Sharks, 89 caps) – vice captain
• Maddie Feaunati (Exeter Chiefs, 23 caps)
• Liz Hanlon (Harlequins, 1 cap)
• Daisy Hibbert-Jones (Loughborough Lightning, 1 cap)
• Lilli Ives Campion (Loughborough Lightning, 5 caps)
• Sadia Kabeya (Loughborough Lightning, 28 caps)
• Haineala Lutui (Loughborough Lightning, uncapped)
• Alex Matthews (Gloucester-Hartpury, 81 caps) – vice captain
• Annabel Meta (Trailfinders Women, uncapped)
• Maud Muir (Gloucester-Hartpury, 48 caps)
• Marlie Packer (Saracens, 112 caps)
• Connie Powell (Harlequins, 19 caps)
• Demelza Short (Bristol Bears, uncapped)
• Morwenna Talling (Sale Sharks, 28 caps)
• Jodie Verghese (Saracens, uncapped)

Backs (16)

• Holly Aitchison (Sale Sharks, 44 caps)
• Jess Breach (Saracens, 53 caps)
• Millie David (Bristol Bears, uncapped)
• Zoe Harrison (Saracens, 65 caps)
• Tatyana Heard (Gloucester-Hartpury, 36 caps)
• Natasha Hunt (Gloucester-Hartpury, 88 caps)
• Megan Jones (Trailfinders Women, 33 caps) – captain
• Ellie Kildunne (Harlequins, 57 caps)
• Claudia Moloney-MacDonald (Exeter Chiefs, 36 caps)
• Lucy Packer (Harlequins, 38 caps)
• Sarah Parry (Harlequins, uncapped)
• Flo Robinson (Exeter Chiefs, 1 cap)
• Helena Rowland (Loughborough Lightning, 46 caps)
• Emma Sing (Gloucester-Hartpury, 13 caps)
• Mia Venner (Gloucester-Hartpury, 2 caps)
• Bo Westcombe-Evans (Loughborough Lightning, 2 caps)

Looking Ahead

Mitchell acknowledged the challenge of following up on the success of 2025, emphasizing the importance of staying open-minded about player combinations and observing how players perform under pressure. The Red Roses will face tough competition as they aim to secure their eighth consecutive Six Nations title.