Bemand

Eager to explore the depth of his squad ahead of their departure to the WXV 1, Bemand introduced six simultaneous substitutes 12 minutes after the resumption – including their Olympic quartet of Erin King, Emily Lane, Eve Higgins and Stacey Flood.

Sam Monaghan is one of the best locks in the world but who partners her is a question for Bemand to answer with former captain Nichola Fryday retired from international rugby.