Fin Smith
Fin Smith is a young English rugby fly-half who gained recognition for his skillful play and ability to manage a game. He made his Test debut and first start during the Six Nations 2025, where he played a crucial role in England's victory over France by assisting in a last-minute try.
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Fin Smith is noted for his precise kick-pass that led to a crucial moment in the match.
Rugby, Italia-Inghilterra 23-18 nel Sei Nazioni: prima storica vittoria degli azzurri contro gli inglesi
Italy· 2026-03-07
Fin Smith provided insights into Henry Pollock's character, calling him a caring person and a ball of energy.
England vaudeville villain Henry Pollock can offer lots of bait to reel in Ireland – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-20
Fin Smith is combined with Marcus Smith at fullback for England.
All Blacks v England: ABs face backline reshuffle after Caleb Clarke concussion
New Zealand· 2025-11-09
Fin Smith delivered arguably the best defensive display we have seen from an England fly-half in several years.
Matt Dawson column: 'Fin Smith is England's number one fly-half'
United Kingdom· 2025-11-09
Fin Smith was back at fly-half against Fiji with his namesake Marcus Smith, another Lions tourist and fly-half, at full-back.
Henry Arundell X-factor leads England's star bench against FijiUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-08
Fin Smith, Northampton's wise young head, has got the nod.
England v Fiji: Hosts hunt Rugby World Cup winning formulaUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-08
Back-up No.10 Fin Smith is a class act who can defend as well as he can attack.
Steve Borthwick’s team selection presents opportunity for Wallabies
Australia· 2025-11-01
The Wallabies will catch a break if England use that pair ahead of Northampton’s Alex Mitchell and Fin Smith.
Eddie Jones deserves credit for the way Japan played against the WallabiesAustralia· 2025-10-26
Still, he should benefit from this tour.
Beirne, Russell, Furlong and Gibson-Park lead the way – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-04
Fin Smith's kicking from the tee needs to improve but he put in a brave shift tackling and taking ball on.
Hugo Keenan and Mack Hansen impress – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-12
Fin Smith's knock-on provided an opportunity for the Waratahs to take advantage during the game.
Rugby’s Fun Police robbed Fiji. Here’s how game should make it up to themAustralia· 2025-07-06
Fin Smith's running threat became more pronounced as the match wore on.
Lions attack does not quite click in unconvincing victory over Waratahs – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-05
Fin Smith is playing as part of the Lions against the Waratahs.
Huw Jones scores double but Australian side not far behind – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-05
Fin Smith is considered more likely to deputise for Finn Russell than Owen Farrell.
Owen Farrell: British and Irish Lions call-up 'adds more intensity to Australia tour'United Kingdom· 2025-07-03
Fin Smith holds the reins at No 10 for the touring team.
Owen Farrell called up to Lions squad as team to face Waratahs announced – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-03
Outhalf Fin Smith said it wasn’t good.
Tom Curry says Lions need to be more clinical with ball in Australia – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-22
Fin Smith was defending on the wing initially when Tomás Albornoz picked him out.
Five things we learned from the Lions’ loss to Argentina – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-21
Fin Smith showed bravery and skill during the game, contributing positively to the team's efforts.
Freeman and Van der Merwe miss chance to make impression in tough Lions opener | British & Irish LionsUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-21
Fin Smith was involved in keeping a promising move alive for the Lions.
Lions handed wake-up call as Argentina hang on to edge thrilling win in Dublin | British & Irish LionsUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-21
Fin Smith levelled the score with a penalty.
British and Irish Lions v Argentina result: Pumas hand Lions defeat ahead of Australia tourNew Zealand· 2025-06-21
Fin Smith was diligent and unstinting in trying to prime his misfiring team during the match against Argentina.
Historymaker Fin Smith was diligent and unstinting in trying to prime misfiring Lions against Argentina – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-20
Shaky start with a few missed high balls but grew into a game that was frantic at times.
Bundee Aki shows his strength, Fin Smith has a shaky start – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-20Fin Smith converted a try for the Lions.
Lions left to rue missed chances as Argentina win in Dublin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-20
Fin Smith is part of the British and Irish Lions team.
British and Irish Lions 24-28 Argentina: Andy Farrell's Lions lose pre-tour Dublin fixture to PumasUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-20Fin Smith kicks into the corner after Argentina gives away a penalty.
Andy Farrell’s side kick off summer Tour in Dublin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-20
Fin Smith will start at halfback.
Tadhg Furlong makes bench as Andy Farrell names three Irish in starting team – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18
Fin Smith will team up with Alex Mitchell at nine and 10.
British and Irish Lions: Andy Farrell pairs Sione Tuipulotu and Bundee Aki together for Pumas game in DublinUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-18
Fin Smith is another player who will receive coaching from Johnny Sexton.
Johnny Sexton enjoying coaching role with Lions – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-17
Fin Smith suggested that the French players had been riled by Henry Pollock during the game.
Saints accuse Bordeaux of ‘foul play’ towards Henry Pollock in post-final fracas | Champions CupUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-24
Fin Smith contributed to Northampton's score with a long-range penalty.
Northampton heartbreak as Penaud inspires Bordeaux to Champions Cup glory | Champions CupUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-24
