England edge Ireland in record-crowd Women's Six Nations opener
England started their Women’s Six Nations title defence with a 33-12 win over Ireland at a record 77,120 crowd at Allianz Stadium, extending their 34-match winning streak. Tries came from Amy Cokayne, Sarah Bern (two), Jess Breach and Ellie Kildunne (who also had a near-one-handed try). Ireland answered through Anna McGann and Erin King. England, aiming for an eighth straight title and fifth Grand Slam, next face Scotland, while Ireland host Italy, as Scott Bemand’s improving side pushed the world champions but couldn’t derail them.