Scotland winger Duhan van der Merwe will be one of the Barbarians stars to watch on the attack when they face the Springboks on Saturday in Gqeberha.
Duhan van der Merwe insists he has nothing to prove when he runs out for the Barbarians against the Springboks in Gqeberha on Saturday, but the chance to test himself against the world champions remains a major source of motivation.
The 31-year-old, who left South Africa nearly a decade ago to pursue his rugby career abroad, will once again face the country of his birth in what promises to be an entertaining start to the Springboks’ international season.
While it is a special occasion, Van der Merwe has embraced the relaxed atmosphere that comes with representing the Barbarians. It is the second year in a row that the world champions start their season against the invitational side in preparation for the Nations Championship, kicking off in July against England.
“I'm loving it to be honest,” Van der Merwe said about being in the Baabaas squad.
