England's Alex Matthews ruled out of final two matches of Women's Six Nations after suffering shoulder damage

England's Alex Matthews has been ruled out of the final two matches of the Guinness Women's Six Nations after sustaining shoulder damage during England's 33-12 victory over Ireland in round one. The injury means Matthews will miss England's upcoming match against Italy on Saturday and the likely title decider against France the following week. Her absence is a significant blow to England's campaign as they push for the Women's Six Nations title.