The defending 6 Nations champions England had no problem disposing of Scotland in their first game of the tournament. England were 27-0 up at half-time having scored five tries and added another four after the break as Scotland struggled to contain a rampant away side who dominated throughout. England ended the game strongly with a late try to secure a 47-0 win.

France were too strong for Italy in their opening round women's rugby 6 Nations game. France ran out 32-0 winners though a better second half from the Italians meant the comformtable win wasn't more given French dominance. The game was played in freezing weather with the temerature hitting -7 during the match.

The first game of the women’s rugby 6 Nations ended dramatically with the game between Ireland and Wales abandoned at halftime. Scottish referee Kevin White called the game after 40 minutes for health and safety reasons, with the pitch hardening in the freezing temperatures.

Women's 6 Nations: We bring you a team by team tournament preview ahead of the start of the 2012 competition. The chances of England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, France and Italy are all reviewed while we also highlight our key player and up and coming players to watch.

Scotland coach Karen Findlay will lead her side into a baptism of fire in this year’s 6 Nations with a home clash against reigning champions England this weekend. The Scottish coach though says her side are in a stronger place now than 12 months ago and is confident of a much improved effort.