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Read all about it! Literary fan Ben Earl is tipped to be a key character for Eddie Jones and England

There are few clues in Ben Earl's living room in north London to suggest that he is a professional rugby player. In fact, the only thing on display is a polythene bag filled with 1,250 two-pence coins that he brought back from training.

The money was handed over by Saracens and England team-mate Mako Vunipola after winning a £25 bet that Arsenal would beat Manchester United.

'That's Mako for you,' he says with a laugh.

Ben Earl has been tipped to be fast-tracked into Englandu2019s back-row for Six Nations opener
Ben Earl has been tipped to be fast-tracked into England’s back-row for Six Nations opener

Earl may be England's next breakthrough star but his interests are far broader than the archetypal sportsman.