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'It's how you speak to a mate'

BBC News·7 months ago
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Maro Itoje and Fin Smith crossed words over whether to kick to the corner or for goal against Italy England fly-half Fin Smith says he and captain Maro Itoje have been joking about their on-field argument in defeat away to Italy last weekend, and insists it is indicative of the strength of their relationship. Itoje was picked up on the referee's microphone shouting at Smith "don't argue with me, take the three" as the pair and other players discussed whether to kick for the corner or for goal from a penalty early in the second half. "I was unaware that a lot has been made of it," Smith told Rugby Union Weekly. "Maro's a great mate of mine. We've got a good relationship and I think it's the same way you speak to a good mate or a brother. "Always around penalties you want to give your opinion, but at the end of the day the captain makes the final decision.…

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