Maro Itoje, captain of the British and Irish Lions, shares insights on his growth as a communicator and teammate since his debut tour at age 22. Reflecting on the 2017 New Zealand tour, he acknowledges his youthful brashness and naivety but recognizes that these traits can come with strengths like fearlessness. Now, with more experience, Itoje feels he has a clearer understanding of his identity and enhanced relational skills. He humorously noted missing a Bible study for the Lions tour announcement, appreciating the opportunity to connect with former Lions captains.
"I definitely think I've matured," he told Rugby Union Weekly at the Lions squad announcement at the O2. "I have a greater sense of who I am and what makes me tick and what I think is acceptable and what isn't acceptable."
"To be at a dinner with some of the true icons of the game and be able to break bread, talk and listen to their stories and their experiences was special."
"In many ways that can be a strength because you are fearless, so you just attack things. But now I've been around the block domestically and internationally..."
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