Three Trailfinders named in Red Roses Women’s Six Nations Squad

Meg Jones, Abi Burton, and Annabel Meta have been named in England’s squad ahead of the 2026 Women’s Six Nations.

Jones will captain her country heading into this tournament after taking on the vice-captaincy role during the Women’s Rugby World Cup.

Upon being named as England captain, Jones said: 

‘It’s a huge honour to have been named captain of the Red Roses. John Mitchell and I have built a strong relationship over the past three years and it’s a great feeling to have his trust to lead the group along with a tight leadership team.’ 

Back rower Abi Burton is named in the squad after also representing the Red Roses during the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025.

Uncapped Annabel Meta has also been named in the squad. The versatile forward who has experience playing in the back row and the front row is called up to the senior squad for her first Women’s Six Nations after being capped at age-grade levels.

Meta has also come through the Trailfinders pathway: from partner college Henley, to Brunel University, Trailfinders Women, and now the Red Roses. Her journey is an example of the great foundations offered in the Trailfinders pathway.

England kick-off their campaign against Ireland on 11 April at the Allianz Twickenham.