At nearly 20 stone, Leverock is very much a throwback to a bygone era and his physique says much for the largely recreational nature of the game in Bermuda.

Yet while he barely fits the mould of the modern professional, his giant frame belies a cricketing talent.

Leverock may need hiding in the field and look harmless enough, but he troubled England with his left-arm spin and claimed notable scalps by removing Paul Collingwood and Kevin Pietersen.

His bowling at least gave England something to think about in a game they were always likely to win and offered hope for what could prove a chastening experience tournament for Bermuda.

After playing cricket most of his life, the 35-year-old policeman clearly relished the opportunity to bowl at Test-class batsmen and his obvious enjoyment brought hope despite his team's shortcomings.

"I enjoyed myself and just relaxed," he told Sky Sports. "It was the first time I have played against a team like this.

"I settled into a rhythm and when I settled I took wickets. The wicket was turning a little bit."

Claiming the wicket of Pietersen, one of the most destructive players in the world, was a moment he obviously cherished.

"He was trying to get at me," Leverock said as he reflected on the way he adjusted his delivery to have Pietersen stumped.

Bermuda can boast just one professional player in Glamorgan captain David Hemp and their recent performances against fellow minnows - without even mentioning today's hammering - have suggested they may well be out of their depth in the World Cup.

Yet the government have been keen to invest in the game in the archipelago and a reasonable showing could do the game a power of good.

Hemp is obviously the key man, but judging by his performance against England, Leverock could help Bermuda make some sort of impression.

He may look the very antithesis of a sportsman but, as fine figures of two for 32 showed today, he has genuine ability.