Hooker Bryony Field will make her first start for England as they face Canada in the WXV Global Series at Exeter's Sandy Park. Field scored her debut try last weekend against Australia, contributing to England's 48-15 victory. The team is adjusting due to several absences in the hooker position, with Field joining a new front row alongside Maud Muir and Hannah Botterman.
The match is significant as it marks a rematch of last year's World Cup final, where England triumphed. With 14 players from that championship squad participating, head coach John Mitchell emphasizes the importance of maintaining high standards against a well-coached Canadian team, which has historically been a strong rival for England.