Cape Town - Adam Jones and Alex Cuthbert are set to make their first appearances for the Barbarians against Ireland and England this month.
The Wales and British & Irish Lions duo have been invited to join the squad by former Australia coach Robbie Deans for games against Ireland at Thomond Park, Limerick (May 28) and an England XV at Twickenham (May 31).
Tighthead prop Jones is a triple Grand Slam winner who retired from international rugby this season after winning 95 caps for Wales and five for the British & Irish Lions. The 34-year-old moves from Cardiff Blues to Harlequins this European summer.