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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Latham-Coyle

Steve Borthwick considering new England role for Henry Pollock after Tom Willis blow

Steve Borthwick is considering unleashing Henry Pollock at No 8 during England’s autumn internationals after dropping Tom Willis from his squad.

Willis was omitted from Borthwick’s 36-player selection ahead of the autumn after agreeing a move to France from Saracens, and while he will remain eligible for international selection until the end of the season, the England boss suggested that the 26-year-old’s Test career is over for now.

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