Shaunagh Brown will start for England Women in their Six Nations final against France on Saturday.

Brown, from Gillingham, plays as prop for the Red Roses and will be lining up at Twickenham Stoop for the match against the French which will be screened live on BBC Two (2pm).

The Six Nations competition was changed from its usual round-robin format because of the Covid pandemic.

Since making her international debut in the game in 2017, Harlequins forward Brown has become a regular in the England fold. She will be looking to help the national team clinch a third consecutive Six Nations title.

Head coach Simon Middleton said: “France play on confidence with a dangerous high tempo game with the ball in play so we’ve got to be on the metal and switched on.

“Of course, the best way of defending is to have the ball so our ability to retain possession in the right areas of the field will be imperative.

“Our discipline will be essential, especially with the pace they have with their tap-and-gos.

“It will be a great final and we’re all really excited.”