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Uncapped Maro Itoje tipped for big things

Bashful Saracens flanker Maro Itoje lets slip what his nickname is and also reveals that England head coach Eddie Jones has already given him tips on how to improve his game.

Itoje was called up to his first England squad and believes he is 'ready' for the step up to international Test rugby. He said: "I've been gradually increasing my level of performance and when I play in big games and big occasions I don't feel out of place."

After much persistence from reporter Sonja McLaughlan, Itoje, 21, reveals what he often gets called, and it shows that the young forward is tipped for big things.

This clip was taken from 5 live Sport on 13 January 2016.

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