Rugby: Skinstad set for Baabaas tour

Springbok number eight Bobby Skinstad will be part of the Barbarians squad for their three-match international tour next month.

The South African, who has battled back to full fitness after missing almost two full seasons through injury, is one of six big names already committed to the tour.

The Baabaas will face Wales in Cardiff on May 20, then head north to tackle Scotland in the Gordon Brown memorial international four days later.

The will wind up at Twickenham where they meet the fledgling England side which Clive Woodward will take on the summer tour to Canada and the United States.

Skinstad's fellow-countryman Gary Teichman will also play, along with former All Black Josh Kronfeld and Australian David Wilson.

Northampton's European Cup-winning skipper Pat Lam and former England back-row Ben Clarke are also named.

"To wear the black and white hooped jersey of the Barbarians is one of the ultimate accolades in the game," said Skinstad.

"I am very much looking forward to the tour."