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Top 5 youngster in the world ranked by Sir Ian McGeechan includes Marcus Smith

4#. Luke Jacobson, 23, New Zealand

McGeechan said: “Do not be surprised to see Jacobson in the All Blacks’ back row come the 2023 World Cup in France.

“He was ruled out of the last one due to repeated concussions, having made his debut last summer, but has already made his mark for the Chiefs.

“All-rounder. Captained the Junior All Blacks to victory at the World Rugby Under-20 Championship in 2017. A powerful ball-carrier and support player with a real presence on the field.”

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