The Welsh hooker preparing to play against Wales
Dragons hooker Elliot Dee will start for Barbarians against Wales at the Allianz Stadium on Saturday.
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Notable Quotes
"I'm looking forward to it. It's going to be interesting, something I've never done before."
— Elliot Dee , Athlete
"It's going to be a special day. I'm looking forward to having my family there with my fiancee and my two boys."
— Elliot Dee , Athlete
"That is a good question. I love playing for Wales, playing international rugby, nothing can replace that sort of buzz."
— Elliot Dee , Athlete
Key People
Dewi Lake is a Welsh rugby hooker who will captain Wales during the summer internationals.
Elliot Dee is a Welsh hooker who plays for the Barbarians and has represented Wales in international rugby.
George North is a professional rugby player who has represented Wales and played for the Barbarians.
Head coach of Wales.
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Dragons hooker Elliot Dee will start for Barbarians against Wales at the Allianz Stadium on Saturday.
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