Meg Jones showcased her leadership as England triumphed over Wales in a thrilling Six Nations clash, sealing the triple crown with a score of 41-24. Captaining the Red Roses, Jones, who was born in Cardiff, delivered a stellar performance, scoring twice and proving pivotal in England's attacking strategies.

The match, held at a sold-out Ashton Gate, saw Jones not only contribute to the scoreboard but also inspire her teammates, particularly in light of her personal losses in 2024. Her dedication shone through as she expressed the significance of this match.

Despite England's dominance, Wales displayed remarkable spirit, achieving a bonus point with four tries, the most they had ever scored against England. Key players for Wales included scrum-half Keira Bevan, who scored a try, and Alisha Joyce, who made her return following maternity leave.

Highlights of the match included:

• Maddie Feaunati scoring the first try for England.
• Claudia Moloney-MacDonald and Ellie Kildunne combining to set up Jones for her second try, putting England ahead 29-12 at halftime.
• A second-half surge from England, with tries from Amy Cokayne, Moloney-MacDonald, and Jess Breach.

The victory marked England's 36th consecutive win across all competitions, solidifying their position as title defenders. With a fallow week ahead, Wales will regroup before facing Ireland on 9 May, while England prepares to defend their title against Italy. Two matches now stand between England and an eighth consecutive Six Nations trophy.