Left out of the World Cup squad and expected to join Wasps in England, Springbok Dillyn Leyds has a point to prove on Saturday (4.35pm).
Stepping out in the No.14 jumper for the Barbarians against Fiji at Twickenham, the stage is set for Leyds to put his skills on display for all the world to see.
READY TO RUMBLE: Tendai “Beast” Mtawarira. Picture: File image.
And the 27-year-old can’t wait to take the field, saying: “I think everyone really aspires to play for the Barbarians.
“It’s a really cool initiative and good to be a part of.
“One day, to say you played for the Barbarians would be a really good achievement for you as a rugby player.”
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The Barbarians will be led by former Ireland captain Rory Best, who will play in his last ever rugby match.
Best will pack down next to legendary South African prop Beast Mtawarira, who announced his retirement from international rugby after the World Cup.