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Ryan Lamb: If it was my choice, I’d give Fin Smith the No.10 shirt for England and back him properly

Now helping drive the resurgence of Plymouth Albion, former England Saxons fly-half Ryan Lamb – who enjoyed spells at Gloucester, London Irish, Northampton, Worcester, Leicester and La Rochelle – gives his views on the evolution of attack, England’s summer prospects, why Fin Smith should be handed the No.10 jersey long-term and Plymouth’s promotion ambitions.
Fin Smith in action for Northampton Saints

Plymouth Albion’s Ryan Lamb
Q: Rugby seems to be producing more high-scoring games than ever. As someone famous for playing flat to the line and attacking instinctively, do you think you would thrive in today’s game?

A: I don’t know. It’s definitely a lot more attack-focused now. Teams kick less than they used to and strike plays and launch plays are far more ambitious. Attack has had to find different ways to break defences down. One thing I do think would have suited me is the speed of ball. When I was younger the ruck was a bit messier than it is now. You didn’t always get that clean front...

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