The New Zealand Herald has confirmed an Episode III actor: The Force deserted Spoilers - Highlight to read: Star Wars actor Jay Laga'aia when he took on Tall Black Dillon Boucher on Sky's new sports comedy show Pulp Sport this week.

Attempting a lay-up, Spoilers - Highlight to read: Laga'aia ended up in the foetal position on court after popping his kneecap. Even in excruciating pain he kept talking to camera as an ambulance was called. The show was filmed a week ago, and Spoilers - Highlight to read: Laga'aia has since had surgery. He is recovering ahead of his appearance in the sixth Star Wars movie, due to begin filming in Australia shortly.

For those who aren't sure who Spoilers - Highlight to read: Jay Laga'aia is, he played Captain Typho in Attack of the Clones.