England head coach John Mitchell confirmed the appointment of Shaun Edwards to the Red Roses setup for the WXV Global Series. Mitchell stated that since Edwards' time with France ended, they discussed the game, and Edwards expressed interest in working within an international women's environment for the first time. Edwards holds the Red Roses in high regard and views the opportunity as a privilege.

Defensively, Sarah Hunter is eager to learn from the renowned coach alongside the rest of the team as they prepare for an exciting Test match against New Zealand. Last week, Edwards told the Daily Mail he is definitely open to offers until he secures a full-time role, emphasizing his pride in representing his country. His exceptional coaching credentials and high-level experience speak for themselves as England looks to strengthen their defensive strategies.