Toulon delivered one of the most sensational comebacks in Champions Cup history, overturning a 22-point first-half deficit to demolish Saracens 72-42 in a pulsating Round of 16 clash at Stade Mayol.
Despite missing the trip to the south of France with a minor calf problem, Sale’s full-back insists his teammates will not arrive in Toulouse with a defeatist attitude as they prepare to tackle the reigning European champions.
Northampton Saints' unbeaten run in the Investec Champions Cup pool stages came to an end with a 45-35 defeat to Stade Francais at Stade Jean Bouin in Paris.
The irresistible form of back-rower Tom Willis, alongside the versatility and quality of Ben Earl, might give Borthwick pause for thought ahead of the Six Nations - but Saracens are demonstrating the solution.
The Sharks hosting Toulouse and Leinster’s visit to La Rochelle are fixtures which contain all the ingredients to leave rugby fans on the edge of their seats.