England snuff out spirited France to clinch Six Nations
England secured their eighth consecutive Women's Six Nations title by defeating France in a thrilling match. Despite a strong comeback from France, England maintained their lead and ultimately triumphed with a final score of 43-28. This victory marks a new record for England, surpassing their previous streak of seven titles in a row.
- ▪England clinched their eighth successive Women's Six Nations title with a 43-28 victory over France.
- ▪France made a strong comeback, narrowing the gap to eight points after scoring two tries in quick succession.
- ▪England's victory extends their record to five straight Grand Slams and 38 consecutive Test wins.
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England snuff out spirited France to clinch Six NationsImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Kildunne, who terrorised France in last year's Rugby World Cup semi-final, crossed for another two scoresByMike HensonBBC Sport rugby union news reporterPublished18 minutes agoFrance (7) 28Tries: Bourdon Sansus (2), Grando, Bourdon Cons: Arbez (4) England (26) 43Tries: Bern, Kildunne (2), Breach (2), Cokayne Cons: Harrison (5) Pens: HarrisonEngland combined nerve and accuracy to overcome France and a raucous record crowd to clinch their eighth successive Women's Six Nations title in Bordeaux.The visitors seemed to have the contest under control when a Zoe Harrison penalty shortly after half-time put them 29-7 clear.But France, who had scored the first try of the match, found a second wind that…
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