the English stick a beating to the Squadra Azzurra

The Squadra Azzurra will not have been deluded for long. The English made short work of Italy (68-5), Sunday April 2, at Franklin’s Gardens in Northampton, on behalf of the second day of the Tournament. Led after a handful of seconds and the first of three tries by Jessica Breach (4th, 7-0), the Italian XV fought back through Sara Tounesi (6th, 7-5). Before turning off the light.

The reigning vice-world champions chained the points to lead by 22 units at the break. Upon returning from the locker room, the Red Roses continued by inflicting a terrible 41-0 on the Transalpines for a final total of 12 charged tries including a quadruple from winger Abby Dow. After their opening victory against Scotland, England have two victories in two games like the XV of France and Wales.