The Barbarians will be coached by former All Blacks coach Scott Robertson and Argentina coach Felipe Contepomi. They will be supported by Racing 92 coach Patrice Collazo and Argentina assistant coach Kenny Lynn.

The Springboks won the match between the teams in Cape Town last season 54-7.

“It’s always exciting to face the Baa-Baas, and we are looking forward to hosting them in South Africa for the second year in a row – this time at the iconic Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, where we have traditionally enjoyed fantastic support,” said Springbok coach Erasmus.

“With our opening Nations Championship encounter against England two weeks later, this will be an ideal opportunity to get the players match-ready against a side that always boasts top players from across the world.

“The key for us, however, will be to focus on our structures and what we want to achieve on the field. This is a new season with two new exciting competitions, so the sooner we get into a Test match mindset, the better.”

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“The Barbarians brings the rugby world together, so it’s special to be a part of it and to honour the jersey,” said Robertson.

Contepomi added: “It was a tremendous honour to play for the Barbarians, and now to be invited to coach the Baa-Baas in a match against the back-to-back world champions in their own country is just as special.

“It’s a recognition of the performance of Los Pumas in recent years, and it will be a great challenge to put a team together in a week to face South Africa. I eagerly await that opportunity.”

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