WOMEN’S RUGBY UNION

England v Scotland Saturday, 4.15pm, BBC2

Reigning Six Nations champions England begin their title defence with Sarah Hunter (who won’t play in the 2025 World Cup) sharing captaining duties with Marlie Packer. Also today, Wales play Ireland (2pm, BBC1 Wales), while on Sunday, Italy host France (2.50pm, BBC Red Button One) – both games are also on iplayer.