- England's Red Roses are preparing for a challenging Women's Rugby World Cup semi-final against rivals France in Bristol.
- The team intends to leverage their renowned set-piece strength, a tactic expected to be crucial given the forecast wet conditions.
- France, despite some suspensions, is recognised as one of the few teams capable of matching England's forward power.
- While England has a 16-game winning streak against Les Bleues, previous encounters have often been close, including a 43-42 victory earlier this year.
- Prop Hannah Botterman is returning from injury to bolster England's front row.
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