England's lineup undergoes a major shake-up for Saturday's clash against Italy as coach John Mitchell repositions veterans and introduces fresh faces. Emma Sing, the Gloucester-Hartpury full-back, returns to the starting XV after missing previous matches, with Mia Venner earning her third cap on the wing alongside her. Ellie Kildunne, previously dominating the wing, shifts to inside center, where she scored two tries against Scotland in her debut start. The pack faces turmoil: Sadia Kabeya (shoulder/chest) and Alex Matthews (shoulder) remain sidelined, leaving Bristol teenager Demelza Short to debut at blindside flanker and Trailfinders' Haidee Head poised for a Red Roses bench debut.

Mitchell rotates front-row props, starting Kelsey Clifford and Maud Muir ahead of the World Cup-winning pairing of Hayley Worswick and Sarah McKendry.