England Women coach Simon Middleton has shuffled his pack for the first of two games against France this autumn, both of which will be shown live on the BBC.
For Saturday’s opener, former England Sevens player Helena Rowland makes her first start at fly-half with Katy Daley-Mclean rested. Zoe Harrison and captain Emily Scarratt start in the centres.
Meanwhile, Amber Reed, Sarah Bern and Sarah Hunter all miss the trip to France through injury.
“We’re really looking forward to heading out to France for what will be another competitive game,” said Middleton.
“We see this fixture as a big opportunity for some of our younger players to play away in France, which is always one of our toughest games.
"Given our two 2021 Six Nations games against France and Italy are both at home, this is a big opportunity to compete against top quality opposition away from home ahead of next year’s World Cup.
“Helena Rowland has really impressed since her return to XVs with Loughborough and deserves her chance. We’re really looking forward to seeing her link up with Zoe Harrison.
“We know what Katy Daley-Mclean can do on the big stage and the presence she brings and see this game as an opportunity for others.”
England XV: Kildunne; Breach, Scarratt (c), Harrison, Dow; Rowland, Riley; Cornborough, Cokayne, Brown, Ward, Cleall, Matthews, Packer, Beckett
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