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Boks to reunite with White

Boks to reunite with White

Together again: World Cup-winning duo Jake White and John Smit

Seven Springboks have reportedly answered former South Africa and World Cup-winning coach Jake White's call-up for the Barbarians fixture against Australia in the Olympic Centenary Match at Wembley on December 3.

South Africa captain John Smit, full-back Percy Montgomery, centre Jean de Villiers, wing Bryan Habana, half-back Fourie du Preez, flanker Schalk Burger and lock Bakkies Botha have reportedly committed to this exhibition match.

Apart from Montgomery who recently retired from Test rugby, these current Springbok players could run out for the Baa-Baas after a three-week tour of the UK.

All Blacks skipper Richie McCaw will captain the Barbarians, while fellow Kiwis Jerry Collins and Joe Rokocoko will also play under White - who will make his return to coaching for this match.