Jones says Borthwick's 'title-decider' comments behind England collapse

Consecutive, emphatic defeats by Scotland and Ireland, which followed a 12-game winning streak, have scuppered England's hopes of a first Six Nations title in six years. England have never lost to Italy but a fourth-round defeat in Rome on March 7 would pile the pressure on Borthwick and his players. It is all a far cry from the ambition outlined by the former England captain last month. "On March 14 in Paris, we want to be in a position entering that game where we can achieve what we're all aiming to achieve," Borthwick said on January 23.