RED ROSES ROLL ON! | England v Wales + Saints v Bath Preview | ft Nick Heath | Rugby Paper Roundup

RED ROSES ROLL ON! | England v Wales + Saints v Bath Preview | ft Nick Heath | Rugby Paper Roundup

From The Rugby Paper Podcast by The Rugby Paper

April 23, 2026 · 36 min · Episode 169

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The episode previews key matches in the Women's Six Nations and Premiership Rugby, featuring insights from Nick Heath.

In this week’s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup… Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Women’s Six Nations commentator and Rugby Writers chair Nick Heath to preview a massive weekend across the women’s and men’s game. The sun is shining and it’s raining tries across rugby — and England head into Round Three of the Women’s Six Nations with serious momentum. A sold-out Ashton Gate awaits as the Red Roses take on Wales, with new faces like Millie David stepping into the spotlight on her home ground after a prolific season with Bristol. We break down England’s selection, including seven changes, Ellie Kildunne’s return to full-back, and what it says about the depth driving this side forward — as well as where Wales can realistically test them. There’s also a powerful story on the Welsh side, with Alisha Joyce returning after 562 days and just 158 days after giving birth, potentially lining up alongside Jaz Joyce in a remarkable family moment. We also cover: • England’s growing fanbase and sold-out crowds• Millie David’s debut and England’s attacking edge• Key tactical battles at Ashton Gate• France v Ireland — a World Cup quarter-final rematch in Clermont• Italy v Scotland —…

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Host: Ben Jaycock

Guest: Nick Heath

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Organizations: England, Wales, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, Northampton Saints, Bath

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