Cokayne back as England face Canada threat in Toronto

England has recalled experienced hooker Amy Cokayne for their upcoming match against Rugby World Cup runners-up Canada in Toronto. Cokayne, who has not played Test rugby since scoring the winning try against France in May, will line up behind Saracens' Bryony Field, who has made 94 appearances for the national team compared to Cokayne's 94.

Cokayne's return comes after Canada ended England's near four-year winning streak with a 26-26 draw in Exeter last month. Coach Kevin Rouet aims to secure a victory over England as the primary goal for Canada, who are playing at home for the first time in over 14 months. The Toronto match is part of Canada's Rugby Rematch Tour, with the game against Ottawa also scheduled for October 23rd.

The attendance for the Toronto match is expected to surpass 14,000, which would surpass the previous record for a standalone women's rugby match in North America. Other notable changes include Hannah Botterman's introduction as a prop after her substitution in the recent win against New Zealand, Abi Burton's inclusion in the back row due to Marlie Packer's absence, Tatyana Heard's preference for direct running over Helena Rowland's playmaking at inside centre, and Sadia Kabeya's bench role following her absence due to a leg injury.