Marcus Smith's top 10 answers from his Reddit AMA

17 Oct 2023 | 8 min |

Marcus Smith's top 10 answers from his Reddit AMA

We asked Reddit users to put forward their questions to Marcus Smith.

Last Friday, Marcus Smith sat down to participate in an 'AMA' on England Rugby's Reddit. AMA stands for 'Ask Me Anything', and is a chance for users to have their burning questions answered, whether it's about rugby, family, or even Marcus' bouncy hair (question nine). We've hand-picked the ten best questions, and answers, below.

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Question 1

Hey Marcus, you grew up in the Philippines I believe? Is there a rugby scene out there? What made you take up Rugby?

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Question 2

Hey Marcus, thanks for the AMA and I hope you’re enjoying the WC in France. What has been your favourite stadium that you have played in outside of England?

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 23: General view during the NRL Preliminary Final match between Brisbane Broncos and New Zealand Warriors at Suncorp Stadium on September 23, 2023 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Albert Perez/Getty Images)

Question 3

How are you finding the switch to 15 (full back)? Is it something you'll consider permanent or just temporary for this World Cup?

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Question 4

Hi Marcus. I have had the pleasure of watching your brother Luc at Rosslyn Park. How do you find time to pass down your skills and experience to him?

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Question 5

Hi Marcus, thanks for doing this!

Do you train on your step? Is it something you consciously develop or is it pure instinct?

Would you see yourself play in another competition at any point, like Marchant did with the Blues? and if so, which competition or team would suit you best?

Do you have a lot of contact with teammates in different nations camps like Esterhuizen?

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Question 6

What is it like to be coached about kicking by Jonny Wilkinson?

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BAGSHOT, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 16: England fly half Marcus Smith talks with Jonny Wilkinson during an England training session ahead of their upcoming match against South Africa on November 16, 2021 in Bagshot, England. (Photo by Dan Mullan - RFU/The RFU Collection via Getty Images)

Question 7

Where or why do you drink Mate!? Which yerba is your favourite?

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CARDIFF, WALES - FEBRUARY 25: Marcus Smith of England arrives at the stadium prior to the Six Nations Rugby match between Wales and England at Principality Stadium on February 25, 2023 in Cardiff, Wales. (Photo by Dan Mullan - RFU/The RFU Collection via Getty Images)

Question 8

What was the biggest tackle in your career? Who tackled you the hardest?

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Question 9

How do you get so much bounce in your hair? Is it a double crown and naturally thick hair or do you use product? Even when it rains it bounces despite the weight of water. Backs everywhere want your secrets.

And a less serious question, what was it like getting the call up for the Lions, and did you notice a big change in how England dealt with you after immediately after the tour?