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England makes six changes for USA but Kildunne stays on bench

England have made six changes as they look to halt their two-match losing run when they face the USA in their final WXV Global Series outing in New Jersey.

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 7:17 PM
England makes six changes for USA but Kildunne stays on bench
Key Things to Know
  • England made six starting changes for their final WXV match against the United States, keeping Ellie Kildunne benched.
  • The Red Roses enter the match following back-to-back defeats against Canada.
  • Scrum-half Flo Robinson earns her first start, while Holly Aitchison steps in at fly-half for Zoe Harrison.
The Story in 60 Seconds

England head coach John Mitchell has made six changes to the starting lineup for their final WXV Global Series match against the United States in New Jersey, while fullback Ellie Kildunne remains on the bench. The Red Roses are aiming to bounce back from consecutive defeats to Canada, which recently ended their 41-Test unbeaten streak.

The lineup adjustments include a first start for scrum-half Flo Robinson, while Holly Aitchison replaces Zoe Harrison at fly-half. Claudia Moloney-MacDonald and Tatyana Heard return to the backline, alongside front-row promotions for Mackenzie Carson and Maud Muir.

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