WORCESTER have been buoyed by the return of former Women’s World Rugby player of the year nominee Lydia Thompson to their starting line-up for today’s clash against Bristol Bears.
Named in Simon Middleton’s Red Roses squad for the Six Nations, Thompson starts on the wing against Bears for the first time following a lengthy injury lay-off.
“We’re so pleased to see Lydia back,” said director of rugby Jo Yapp.
“She’s worked so hard to get back to fitness and she’s been at every session to support the girls while doing her rehab. To see her returning to the field this weekend is brilliant and...