Women's Premiership: round one preview

The English Women's Premiership kicks off this weekend with an array of World Cup stars returning to league action.

Following England's historic 21-9 World Cup final win over Canada last month, the Premiership is now the place to see these players in action.

Reigning league champions Richmond, who took the title by a whisker last season in the final round, kick off their campaign against Bristol at the Athletic Ground on Sunday.

Their key players include Emma Croker, lock Becky Essex and centre Claire Allan, all of whom started the World Cup final.

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