England 38-33 France: Women’s Six Nations player ratings

Ellie Kildunne Swept up at the back when called upon and joined the line to create an overload in the wider channels. Her kicking game needs work. 7

Abby Dow Showed blistering pace for her try to get things going for England after a rocky start. Ran superb lines throughout and was ever-present off the shoulder. 7

Helena Rowland Wasn’t able to influence the game as she normally does at first or second receiver, she seemed lost at times. Battled with her kicking as well. 5

Tatyana Heard Now the undisputed owner of the No. 12 jersey. Ran the perfect line and the perfect moment throughout a blockbuster game. Direct and accurate, her passing was equally effective. Brilliant. 8

Claudia MacDonald Nursing an injury and was replaced on 49 minutes. Played her part in Dow’s try with the final pass. Got caught on occasion under high balls down her wing. 7

Holly Aitchison Couldn’t assert any dominance with the boot and occasionally lost her outside runners. Did the basics well enough to stitch together a few neat first-phase moves. 6

Lucy Packer It’s always a lot easier for a scrum-half when the pack is so dominant and in the first half Packer was a live wire. She deserved a try and almost got one. Understandably faded in the second half as France rallied. 7

Hannah Botterman Came up with an important steal when England were under the cosh in the early exchanges. Scrummed with authority and contributed around the park. 8

Lark Davies Struggled at times with her lineout. Made up for it with strong carries, tight defence and a try from a rumbling maul. 7

Sarah Bern Immense in the scrum. Her all-round play was noteworthy, too, as she contributed with a fine pass in Aldcroft’s try late in the first half. 7

Zoe Aldcroft A towering presence