Red Roses crush USA as Jones demands more unpredictability — SkimNews
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- Meg Jones challenged the Red Roses to become more unpredictable in attack, citing increased competition from top-tier nations after their unbeaten run ended with losses to Canada
- Red Roses scored nine tries in a comprehensive victory over the United States in New Jersey, showcasing attacking depth with scorers from the front row, back row, midfield, and back three
- England avoided a potential drop to third in the world rankings, which would have required a 15-point loss to the USA and a New Zealand win over France
- Meg Jones highlighted the team's hunger to improve, noting the tour provided critical feedback ahead of the Women's Six Nations and long-term goals including the 2027 Rugby World Cup
- Red Roses aim to win a ninth successive Women's Six Nations title, opening their campaign against Wales on 10 April
Why it matters: England’s narrow escape from a ranking drop and visible tactical response to recent losses means their dominance is no longer assumed—teams like Canada and New Zealand are closing the gap, and with nine Tests to finalize the 2027 squad, every match now serves as a high-stakes evaluation of depth and adaptability.
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