US EditionEngland Thrash Wales, Italy Stun Scotland
Henry Arundell scored three tries in the first half on his first England start since the 2023 World Cup, helping England secure a bonus-point win with seven tries.
- At Twickenham Stadium, England national rugby union team defeated Wales 48-7, scoring seven tries and leading by 29 points at half-time.
- Early sin‑bins left Wales national rugby union team undermanned after Nicky Smith and Dewi Lake received yellow cards, while nine penalties conceded gave England field position and momentum.
- Henry Arundell produced a first‑half hat‑trick on his first England start since the 2023 World Cup, with his first try created by George Ford’s precision pass after a charged‑down clearance, and Tom Roebuck plus Tommy Freeman added late tries.
- England’s win improves their Six Nations position as they banked a bonus-point and 29-point cushion, while the result leaves Wales focused on damage limitation ahead of France next week in Cardiff.
- Arundell’s club and international form underline his rise with 11 tries in 12 appearances and a Racing 92 spell, while the Anglo‑Welsh fixture's tradition highlights the Six Nations’ physical edge.
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Six Nations: England's Arundell 'frustrated' despite 48-7 thrashing on Wales
Henry Arundell bagged a hat-trick as the hosts scored seven tries but were denied further touchdowns by the television match official. 'We're happy obviously but there's probably a bit of frustration we left points out there,' Arundell said. Wales will attempt to bounce back next Sunday when they host reigning champions France in Cardiff.
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