John Mitchell has made seven changes to the Red Roses side to face Wales in Round 2 of the Women's Six Nations, with centre Helena Rowland ruled out. Rowland started the 48-0 win over Italy in Parma, completing the game after a leg knock during the Test, but is not fit enough to be involved against Wales at Ashton Gate due to a finger injury.
Loosehead prop Hannah Botterman, hooker Lark Atkin-Davies, lock Zoe Aldcroft, and back-rows Sadia Kabeya and Marlie Packer keep their places in the pack. Tighthead prop Maud Muir, lock Rosie Galligan and No 8 Alex Matthews each come in to start, with the latter replacing Sarah Beckett after her early red card last week. 'It's disappointing for Sarah . You get around and support your team-mates,' Mitchell said.
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