Rugby: More Boks added to Barbarians side

Springboks Bakkies Botha (pictured) Fourie du Preez have been added to the Barbarians for their match against the All Blacks. Photo / Sarah Ivey

Halfback Fourie du Preez and lock Bakkies Botha have been added to the Barbarians for their match against the All Blacks in December, increasing the South African presence in the invitation rugby side.

Two other big names from the world champion Springboks - lock Victor Matfield and winger Bryan Habana - had already been signed for the Twickenham fixture on December 5.

They will also be coached by former South African mentor Nick Mallett.

Impressive Wales No 9 Mike Phillips will contest the halfback role with the brilliant Du Preez after also being named overnight.

A tough challenge looms for the All Blacks in their season-ending game, with gun Australian backs Matt Giteau and Stirling Mortlock having signed up for the Barbarians last month, along with Argentina playmaker Juan Martin Hernandez.

- NZPA