hit the ground running

Smith shapes as a pivotal player for Australia, and has hit the ground running after a six-week break where he did not pick up a bat.

People continually mention transition and bedding in, but top, top players should hit the ground running - likewise managers.

"But for me, as soon as it ended I thought, 'right, go back to my club, smash it, do what you can do and hit the ground running'."

Exeter's Feyi-Waboso, 22, has struggled with injury and missed the Tests against the Pumas through suspension, but with seven Prem tries has hit the ground running this season.

A big factor behind the back-to-back wins has been the centre combination of Australia's Len Ikitau and England's Henry Slade, who have hit the ground running to show their international quality.