Wales coach Warren Gatland recalls experienced players and adds fresh talent for the 2025 Six Nations but has left out the likes of Cameron Winnett and Max Llewellyn who have been performing well at club level.
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.
While Northern Hemisphere fans with Six Nations tickets anxiously wait for the rest of the international fixtures, the new Six Nations 2025 dates have been announced.
Exeter back-rower discusses his 'dream' Six Nations with Italy, why he is full of praise for university rugby and looks ahead to the run-in for the Chiefs.
The Azzurri's performance in the recent Men's Six Nations has given them a platform to build on but there also needs to be a collective push from Italian rugby as a whole.