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Former All Blacks halfback Andy Ellis to play for Barbarians against his country

October 24, 2017
Andy Ellis slides in for the opening try of the night against the Jaguares

Former All Blacks halfback Andy Ellis will line up against his former side for the Barbarians, when the two sides meet in London next month.

Ellis, 33, returns to the side, having captained the Barbarians to an unbeaten run in 2016, with wins over Fiji and the Czech Republic, as well as a memorable 31-all draw over the Springboks.

Fishing superstar Matt Watson shows off his backyard to former AB Andy Ellis.

The move will see the former Crusaders star re-unite with coach Robbie Deans, at the helm of the Barbarians this year.

Ellis will be joined by a range of Kiwi players, with the quintet of Highlanders flanker Dillon Hunt, Chiefs duo Atu Moli and Dominic Bird, and Mitchell Drummond and Richie Mo'unga of the Crusaders. 

The rest of the side will be announced when the team assemble in London next week.

The Barbarians will face the All Blacks on November 5, before taking on Tonga on November 11.

Former All Black Andy Ellis gets the grand tour, and quickly realises it's all about relaxation at Ted's place.

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