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5 talking points ahead of England’s Twickenham clash with South Africa

Can Eddie Jones’ men beat the Boks?

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England enter their autumn series opener against South Africa at Twickenham as favourites.

Here, Press Association Sport examines five talking points leading into the game.

Countdown to Japan 2019

Eddie Jones Press Conference – St James’ Park
Has England coach Eddie Jones lost his Midas touch? (Owen Humphreys/PA)

Farrell pulls the strings

England Captain’s Run – NatWest 6 Nations – Twickenham
England’s Owen Farrell will start at fly-half (Adam Davy/PA)

Manu’s aborted comeback

Leicester Tigers v Bath Rugby – Aviva Premiership – Welford Road
Leicester Tigers’ Manu Tuilagi’s return has been put on hold by a new injury (David Davies/PA)

Eddie’s rookies

Saracens v Harlequins – Aviva Premiership – London Stadium
Kyle Sinckler is part of England’s inexperienced pack (Paul Harding/PA)

Rampaging Boks

Wales v South Africa – Autumn International – Principality Stadium
Lock Eben Etzebeth will be an imposing presence for the Springboks (David Davies/PA)
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