It was one of two split-squad games between the teams. The Blue Jays played to a 6-6 draw against the Orioles in Sarasota, Fla., in the other game.

Players quickly headed for the tunnel before the game, in aid of The Water Project, was abandoned. The contest in south London was an entertaining affair beforehand with a professional ‘Mystery Player ...

The 37-man squad is split into 20 forwards and 17 backline players, with 24 Rugby World Cup winners included – 17 of whom are double world champions.