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Why Christ Tshiunza is missing from the Wales squad despite not being injured

Wales have flown to France straight from Italy and the young Exeter Chiefs player is not there

Wales Online · Mar 14, 2023

France encounter is chance for Borthwick, Smith and England to show fresh vision

Picking a more adventurous fly-half opens up the chance to find a new gear in attack that is needed to match the world’s best

The Guardian - UK · Mar 10, 2023

Marcus Smith call shows Steve Borthwick’s ruthless edge as biggest test awaits England

Red Rose looking to mirror Scotland’s approach against France at Twickenham

Evening Standard · Mar 10, 2023

Marcus Smith wins George Ford duel ahead of France clash

Smith has been included in a reduced 27-man squad at the expense of his playmaking rival

The Independent UK · Mar 7, 2023

Six Nations: Danny Care urges England to start ‘exceptional’ Marcus Smith in France clash

Steve Borthwick facing another fly-half conundrum as supreme Harlequins display merits instant recall

Evening Standard · Mar 6, 2023

Marcus Smith recalled to England squad to face France in Six Nations

Marcus Smith has been recalled to the England squad preparing to face France this weekend after his dazzling display in Harlequins’ victory over Exeter

The Guardian - UK · Mar 5, 2023

Kevin McDonald gives honest opinion on Jay Stansfield breaking into Fulham's first team

Fulham favourite Kevin McDonald is playing alongside Whites prodigy Jay Stansfield at Exeter City, and he believes the on-loan striker is capable of playing in the Premier League

Daily Mirror · Mar 5, 2023

Marcus Smith tipped to force his way back into England fold after instant response to being dropped

Star performance in Harlequins return reignites Six Nations chances

Evening Standard · Mar 4, 2023

Harlequins impress in thrashing of Exeter at Twickenham

Harlequins 40-5 Exeter: The hosts blew their opponents away with four tries before half time

The Independent UK · Mar 4, 2023

Exeter’s eight tries sink Harlequins and light up Twickenham in Premier 15s

Claudia MacDonald and Kate Zackary scored two tries apiece as Premier 15s leaders Exeter beat Harlequins 25-54 in front of a bumper crowd

The Guardian - UK · Mar 4, 2023