Andrew Mehrtens believes England are at a crossroads with Marcus Smith as their fly-half.
Judging by most pundits’ predictions after the Autumn Nations Series in November, Ireland’s Andrew Porter is considered a shoo-in for the British & Irish Lions No.1 jersey when their Test series against Australia kicks off six months from now.
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The Highlanders have made an interesting selection call ahead of Aaron Smith’s final home game in Dunedin against the Queensland Reds on Friday.
Aaron Smith, Sam Gilbert and Jonah Lowe are all back in the Highlanders’ run-on side this week for their must-win clash with the Melbourne Rebels.
All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith will captain the Highlanders on Friday night as the team from the south look to return to winning ways against the NSW Waratahs.
The Highlanders are gearing up for a tough match against the Western Force in Perth this weekend, following a bye week that gave several injured players crucial time to recover.
Super Rugby veteran Aaron Smith will not suit up for the Highlanders on Saturday night when they take on the high-flying Hurricanes at Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Marcus Smith was handed a start by new head coach Steve Borthwick in place of Owen Farrell in the 53-10 loss to France.