In the 1980s a trickle of smart students began to emerge once again from universities, and the trickle has since become a flood, providing an immense pool of talented Chinese, says Daniel Vasella, Novartis's chief executive.

ECONOMIST: Novartis

If Barkley's injury is deemed serious enough to keep him out of contention for both Friday's game and England's next pool game against Samoa, they are likely to send for a replacement, with either Toby Flood or Charlie Hodgson likely to be flown out.

BBC: England face crisis at fly-half

Noon's Newcastle colleague Toby Flood will be the favourite to replace him in the 30-man squad as England head into a critical Pool A clash with Samoa in Nantes on Saturday.

BBC: Noon out but hope over Robinson