Marlie Packer delivered a masterclass performance, crossing the try line four times as England's Red Roses steamrolled Italy in Parma, keeping their quest for an eighth consecutive Women's Six Nations title firmly on track. The veteran flanker's heroics powered the reigning world champions to a dominant victory, extending their record-breaking winning streak to 37 matches.

The Red Roses wasted no time asserting their authority, securing the try bonus point within the first 15 minutes thanks to Mia Venner's early score. Packer showcased her relentless energy with two tries in each half, while hooker Amy Cokayne added a brace and Helena Rowland also got in on the action. Abi Burton capped off her impressive run of form with a second-half try, as John Mitchell's side maintained complete control despite occasional defensive lapses.

Italy showed fighting spirit, earning a bonus point of their own through tries from Vittoria Vecchini and Alissa Ranuccini, sandwiching a penalty try, with Francesca Sgorbini grabbing two scores—including a late one that pushed Le Azzurre past 30 points. However, England's firepower proved too much to handle.

The result sets up a blockbuster Grand Slam decider next Sunday at the 42,115-capacity Stade Atlantique in Bordeaux, provided France beat Scotland in Edinburgh. Les Bleues came closest to ending England's unbeaten run last year, losing by just one point in a 42-point thriller at Allianz Stadium—a reminder that the Red Roses' defense will need tightening ahead of the showdown.