stardust

Next weekend, the players will disperse to rugby clubs around the country to sprinkle some stardust on RugbyFest, a nationwide "open house" designed to turn new followers of the game into regular players and volunteers.

The plan is that the Silicon Valley stardust will be sprinkled on the scientific Golden Triangle of Oxford-Cambridge-London - "and don't forget the Open University in Milton Keynes", said Kyle.

Geyoro’s anticipated arrival comes after London City made a late move for the France international in the window, adding further stardust to an impressive squad.

Mr Lemon's younger son Richard, 73, said: "He takes on a bit of stardust through his longevity. We're all very proud of him."

The absence of Kohli in particular means there is a little less stardust, though not necessarily a diminished chance of India success.