England power past Ireland in Women's Six Nations opener

• Ireland 7-51 England• Red Roses begin campaign with eight tries The Women's Six Nations kicked off on a freezing Dublin evening but as the mercury dropped England's performance rose to the occasion. A dominant pack, aggressive defence and clinical finishing by Simon Middleton's newly-professional side overwhelmed Ireland. England know things will not be this straightforward against the grand slam champions France next weekend but, with the centre Emily Scarratt influential on her comeback,...