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'It made a lot of sense': Eddie Jones and England stars leap to Marcus Smith's defence after the fly-half controversially kicked the ball out of play for full time - instead of going for a late win - in 25-25 thriller against New Zealand Marcus Smith controversially kicked the ball out of play instead of going for win  England were on the front foot after a brilliant comeback against the All Blacks Eddie Jones has defended his fly-half and said he trusts his players' decisions  England stars Owen Farrell and Ben Youngs have also defended Smith's decision

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Eddie Jones and his players defended Marcus Smith after the fly-half sparked boos by kicking the ball out at the end of England's remarkable 25-25 draw against New Zealand.

England wiped out a 19-point deficit in the final 10 minutes, coming back from 25-6 down to level the game through two tries from replacement prop Will Stuart and a score from Freddie Steward.

But, with the clock beyond 80 minutes, Smith hoofed the ball out — rather than go for the win — much to the confusion and frustration of some inside Twickenham.

England head coach Eddie Jones has defended Marcus Smith's controversial kick into touch

England head coach Eddie Jones has defended Marcus Smith's controversial kick into touch

All Blacks coach Ian Foster said

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