Wasps will look to maintain their unbeaten start to the Development League season, as they travel to Darlington. With four wins from four, the black and gold have started the season in scintillating form, scoring a remarkable 29 tries in the process. They face Darlington Mowden Park Sharks who have yet to pick up their first win this season.

The visitors make 9 changes from the side that beat Saracens two weeks ago. Garnet Mackinder & Louise Dodd will make their first appearance for the development side this season, while Rebecca Wye, Deirdre Roberts & Claire Wright all return to the backline.

In the forwards, Tiana Gordon replaces Maud Muir who has been on an England camp and Esteria Hiwaizi replaces Kasey Allen who is called up to the 1st team. Daniker Willmore and Caroline Flohil both start, having appeared on the bench two weeks ago.

There will be a first appearance for Wasps for Andrea Stock when she comes off the bench. The black and gold also welcome back Elicia Davies who returns from a spell out on loan.

Wasps come into the game off a nervy victory over previously undefeated Saracens at Allianz Park two weeks ago. Wasps defence saw them hold the visitors out in the last play, to seal a 15-10 comeback win. The visitors are one of only two undefeated sides in the Development League and will hope to continue that this weekend.

Darlington Mowden Park Sharks have lost their three opening games. Their last loss came against Worcester, falling 22-21 to a late penalty. Their fixture against Richmond two weeks ago was postponed due to a flooded playing surface. They’ll be hoping for a strong performance for their second home game of the season.