After thumping away wins over Scotland and Italy, England will be looking to continue their near perfect start but Street has warned his side that he expects a tough game from the Welsh who eased to a comfortable 20-0 victory over the Scots last time out.

Fly-half Katy Mclean – who returns as captain – is one of eight players coming into the starting 15 which will also see Hannah Gallagher and Harriet Millar-Mills make their Twickenham debuts in the back row on February 25.

Lichfield scrum-half Natasha Hunt comes in to start her first international at full-back in place of Emily Scarrat who switches to the centre after her 13-point showing against the Italians.

Kay Wilson – back after illness – and Michaela Staniford form a new wing pairing while Victoria Fleetwood and Sophie Hemming come into the front row.

The hugely experienced bench has 279 caps between them and Street said he can’t wait for the game to come as they return to the ground where they beat New Zealand back in November.

“Playing at Twickenham is a huge opportunity for these players,” he said.

“Playing at the home of England Rugby is an experience you’ll never forget. Coupled with the fantastic support we always receive here it will create an amazing atmosphere.

“I was really impressed with the way Wales played against Scotland and this match should be a cracker.”

 

England Women team to face Wales

15. Natasha Hunt
14. Kay Wilson
13. Emily Scarratt
12. Rachael Burford
11. Michaela Staniford
10. Katy McLean (c)
9. La Toya Mason
1. Laura Keates
2. Victoria Fleetwood
3. Sophie Hemming
4. Rowena Burnfield
5. Tamara Taylor
6. Hannah Gallagher
7. Marlie Packer
8. Harriet Millar-Mills 

Replacements:

16. Amy Turner
17. Rochelle Clark
18. Margaret Alphonsi
19. Sarah Hunter
20. Georgina Rozario
21. Ceri Large
22. Kimberley Oliver