England crush Women's World Cup debutants Wales
England scored seven tries before the break, and 13 in total on their way to a comprehensive victory over Wales in their Group A opener.
England delivered a crushing 70-6 victory over Wales in their Women's World Cup debut at Perth. Paige Travis sparked early excitement for Wales, scoring the team's first ever World Cup try. However, England quickly regained control, posting a formidable offense. Boyd and Davies scored hat-tricks, while Rowe led the way with two tries and nine successful conversions.
Wales' defense proved weak, offering little resistance to England's powerful attack. A swift move in the third minute led to Amelia Brown's opening try, followed by notable performances from Wilson, Dodd, Strange, and Boyd. Despite Wales' early surge, England's relentless pressure broke the team's momentum. England's final try, a 109-meter dash by Brown, sealed the dominant win.
Captain Bethan Dainton expressed pride in Wales' effort but acknowledged the heavy defeat. Wales' next match is against Samoa, a potentially crucial game against reigning world champions Australia.
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