Phil Vickery: Masterchef

Putting the World Cup firmly to one side, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to congratulate former England skipper Phil Vickery on his victory in Celebrity Masterchef this weekend.

He may not have lifted the Webb Ellis Cup in 2007, but surely winning the coveted Masterchef trophy is compensation enough.

The Raging  Bull saw off the challenge of broadcaster Kirsty Wark and actor Nick Pickard in the competition's final.

The winning menu:

• Scallops with black pudding, pea shoots, crispy Parma ham and apple puree
• Fillet of lamb with baby carrots, asparagus wrapped in mint and Parma ham and fondant potatoes
• Orange and chocolate bread and butter pudding served with clotted cream.

Bang goes the diet...