Rugby fans, mark your calendars! On Sunday 28 May, Twickenham Stadium will host an epic clash between two powerhouse teams. Eddie Jones, who is no stranger to the rugby world, will lead the Barbarians against a formidable World XV led by none other than Steve Hansen. With the Killik Cup on the line, the stakes are high and the tension palpable. Jones is back for the second time as head coach of the Barbarians and is determined to put on a show-stopping performance after narrowly losing out to Fiji in their last Killik Cup clash. This promises to be a game that you won’t want to miss!

 

 

Two Top Teams

With thrilling matches against an All Blacks XV at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and club matches against Harlequins, Bath, and Northampton, the Barbarians demonstrated during the autumn that the ideals and traditions that make the Baa-baas so unique are still very much alive. Fans can expect to see two elite teams, loaded with well-known international athletes, putting everything on the line to stand out ahead of the Rugby World Cup as they take on the rest of the world.

In his coaching career, Hansen has both coached for and against the Barbarians, so he is prepared for the unexpected. There are sure to be tries in this match, which will be played in a festive environment.

Fans should anticipate a fun game featuring teams full of elite international players and attacking rugby that is rife with tries. Already invited international celebrities are:

Barbarians: Alun Wyn Jones (Wal), Danny Care (Eng), Andre Esterhuizen (Sa), Aaron Cruden (Nz), Justin Tipuric (Wal), George Furbank (Eng), Rhys Webb (Wal) & Joe Marler (Eng).

World XV: Semi Radradra (Fij), Charles Piutau (Nz), Marika Koroibete (Aus), Pablo Matera, (Arg), Michael Leitch (Jap), Emiliano Boffelli (Arg) Willie Le Roux (Sa) & Nick Phipps (Aus) plus many more top players from both teams…

 

 

What is Killik Cup?

Rugby union matches between the Barbarians and national teams are decided by the Killik Cup, a trophy that is given to the victor. Since 2011, Killik & Co. has sponsored an annual Barbarians game played in the UK. When the Barbarians played Australia in the tournament’s inaugural match, they were defeated 60-11. Following a 52-21 victory over England in June 2022, the Barbarians most recently reclaimed the cup.

Book Your Tickets Now!

If you’re a rugby fanatic, don’t miss out on the Barbarians vs World XV match at the Killik Cup in Twickenham Stadium on May 28th, 2023. This highly anticipated event promises to be an exciting clash of international talent, featuring some of the sport’s biggest names from around the world. Secure your spot in the stands and join thousands of fans cheering on their favorite players. Don’t wait, book your tickets now at www.ticketmaster.co.uk and experience the thrill of live rugby action at its finest.