Hunter, 36, suffered the injury during the 69-0 victory over Ireland on Sunday; England face France in Bayonee on Saturday at 2.15pm; Follow along with live updates from the Women’s Six Nations decider on skysports.com and the Sky Sports app
Last Updated: 26/04/22 4:37pm
Sarah Hunter will miss Saturday’s decider against France
England captain Sarah Hunter will miss Saturday’s Six Nations Grand Slam decider against France with a rib injury.
The 36-year-old number eight suffered a rib injury in the 69-0 mauling of Ireland in round four and will not recover in time to face the Red Roses’ closest rivals, with Poppy Cleall set to fill the void in the back row.Hunter won her 134th cap on Sunday and her experience means she will still travel to France to assist with preparations. England and France have enjoyed immaculate progress to their Grand Slam decider after each amassing four successive bonus-point victories.The two teams will play at the Stade Jean Dauger in Bayonne on Saturday, with England looking to win a fourth consecutive Six Nations title.Follow along with live updates from the Women’s Six Nations decider between France and England from 2.15pm on Saturday, via skysports.com and the Sky Sports app. 2022 Women’s Six Nations Championship Position Team Won Lost For Against Pts Diff Bonus Po …