As a gauge of where England currently stand in world rugby’s pecking order, a match against the world champions is the ultimate test. South Africa, alongside Ireland, are the form international team and possess power and flair in abundance.

Henry Slade insists England will resist the temptation to strip back their gameplan in a quest to rescue their autumn by toppling South Africa at Allianz Stadium on Saturday. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

Date, kick-off time, TV channel, live stream, team news, lineups, h2h, odds - Springboks head to Twickenham looking to pile more misery on Steve Borthwick’s side after back-to-back frustrating losses

England have been labelled a 'desperate team' by South Africa rugby coach Rassie Erasmus as he warned his players to expect a response from Steve Borthwick's side struggling side.