The Reasons England's Rising Star Is England's Top Choice Playmaker

In expert analysis, the young playmaker has shown that he merits the starting position for the national team's number ten against the All Blacks this weekend.

Fin Smith delivered arguably the most impressive defensive display observed by an English fly-half for quite some time.

His courageous approach by consistently making his tackles versus an aggressive Fiji side was impressive.

His tactical control was also immense - he demonstrated an excellent balance of finesse and composure, while executing several crucial decisions during moments were not going to plan in the first half.

Tackling Prowess and Strategic Leadership

His ability to calm the squad strategically and make important decisions is something he has really nailed.

In my opinion, the young fly-half is England's primary fly-half and he should begin against New Zealand next week.

I think head coach the England coach views it similarly too, because Fin has proven his capability during important international games.

Team Selection Amid Rivalry

The experienced fly-half began last Saturday against Australia for leadership reasons, with some aspect of that choice was to provide consistency and reward his form during the visit of Argentina.

However, the national team's showing versus the Pacific Islanders represented a marked step up from the performance versus the Wallabies.

Australia were defeated on Italian soil last weekend, so we should avoid becoming overly excited about that victory, which should have been by a larger margin given how below par Australia performed.

The Fijian team, by contrast, proved significantly threatening while offering a far tougher test.

Long-term Potential

The young playmaker remains just 23 - looking ahead two years, with Ford challenging him but also offering backup, I believe Smith will find himself in an excellent place in his career.

The Harlequins star also has to be considered as a possibility at the right time and against suitable opponents.

He is developing as a player while beginning to establish himself, but he also requires liberty to show his unique qualities.

Bench Impact

The All Blacks introduced their impact player, who registered the decisive try to beat Scotland, and that shows the importance of having individuals capable of creating genuine influence from the bench.

That kind of player might represent the difference between winning a World Cup or not.

McKenzie observes the match unfold from the bench while considering about how he can make an impact upon entering.

His decision-making and error rate have enhanced significantly from his initial career.

Role Discussion

If we can get Marcus to be such type of impactful player, including him in the backfield could be beneficial.

Nonetheless, at the moment I don't think Marcus represents the solution at full-back, so that is a position that is still up for grabs.

The All Blacks are likely to punt testing the English defensive line, so it has to be impenetrable.

It is a position that needs transforming into a real strength, both defensively while regarding offensive transitions danger.

Right now, I believe Smith is a full-back in top-tier rugby.

I struggle to see the benefit fielding him in that position.

I prefer the ball under his control frequently, though I think that should be in the front line, especially during the last 20 minutes.

Natural Instincts

Clearly there exist numerous similarities comparing Ford with Smith.

Smith possesses the ability executing the correct decisions under pressure - his natural reactions are not something you can really coach.

I remember as he received possession at one stage just inside his territory appearing like it could be on if they spread play.

But in those split-seconds he thought the team required reversing the opposition since England were leading points-wise, therefore he punted it to pin them back and turn pressure.

That's the sort of playmaking securing championships and wins World Cups.

All-round Ability

He also has composure under pressure to organise the players nearby, and the understanding that he doesn't always need to be the first option.

I hope to witness him receiving the chance to show this at elite standards soon, similar to the veteran do, especially at domestic matches week in consistently.

In Argentina, the experienced fly-half similarly excelled during challenging circumstances, where historically one might suggest there have been times he has not quite delivered during extremely tense matches.

I think England possesses two fly-halves who can do the role, but with Fin's defensive work on top of everything else, it makes him the better-rounded all-round player.

Tactical Setup

It also means there's no need to adjust the defensive structure while fielding an assertive player in the fly-half channel, rather than an individual being a little more reserved.

You could also present compelling arguments favoring Ford beginning and Fin Smith entering from substitution.

There are so many considerations occurring behind closed doors, but whichever way the management decide to go, it will give New Zealand problems.

That has not always been the narrative facing New Zealand, when attention concentrated solely on selecting the right player.

On this occasion, whichever fly-half selected will pressure New Zealand significantly.

Fin's ability to pick the right kick and execute for a potential territorial gains might relieve pressure away from England.