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Irish Mirror
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Michael Scully

'Marcus Smith is a warrior and has everything' - Felipe Contepomi warns Ireland ahead of Twickenham

Marcus Smith's arrival as an England star whets the appetite for their Twickenham clash with Ireland, predicts Felipe Contepomi.

The Argentinian knows a top young no 10 when he sees one and, having wondered how Smith would make the transition to Test level, he believes the 22-year-old is the real deal.

The Harlequins star will add to his rugby education at the highest level against a highly-motivated Ireland side guided by Johnny Sexton on Saturday week.

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