Schoolboy reunion: Gelant, Van der Merwe link up as Barbarians plot Springbok upset

Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: June 17, 2026Country: South Africa
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Schoolboy reunion: Gelant, Van der Merwe link up as Barbarians plot Springbok upset

The Barbarians, featuring 19 internationals from 11 countries, will face the Springboks in Gqeberha. Former Outeniqua schoolmates Warrick Gelant and Duhan van der Merwe will form the back three with Andrew Kellaway. The side, captained by TJ Perenara, also includes Tomás Albornoz, Alex Nankivell, and Virimi Vakatawa. The team is coached by Scott Robertson.

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