Borthwick pays price as ruthless Johnson wields axe
About time too.
That seems to be the reaction of most England fans as they digest an featuring a raft of exciting newcomers but missing the player who has led them through the dark ages of the past two years.
Steve Borthwick may not be everyone's cup of tea, or Horlicks for that matter, but it was hard not to feel a twinge of sympathy for the Saracens lock on Thursday.
England captain for 20 Tests in a row until three months ago, when, he is now not even considered among the best four locks in the country.
I'm Bryn Palmer and I specialise in rugby union but stick my oar into most other sports, apart from rowing.
