The Welsh hooker preparing to play against Wales

The Welsh hooker preparing to play against WalesImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Wales hooker Elliot Dee made his international debut in November 2017ByGareth GriffithsBBC Sport WalesPublished2 minutes agoCommentsWhile George North has been getting most of the attention this week, it is another Welsh international who starts for Barbarians against Wales on Saturday.Hooker Elliot Dee will be in the Baa-Baas line-up for the uncapped match at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham, while North will bring down his glittering professional career when he comes off the replacements bench. The two Welshmen are rooming together in London as they prepare to face the country they have represented for more than a decade."I'm looking forward to it," said Dee."It's going to be interesting, something I've never done before."We've played the Welsh club derbies but I have not played against so many close mates who are representing Wales."Dragons forward Dee added: "It's going to be a special day. I'm looking forward to having my family there with my fiancee and my two boys. "I don't know what it's going to be like when the anthem plays but I will definitely sing but I'm unsure what emotions that is going to bring."North prepares for one last dance against WalesPublished1 day agoTandy's Wales prepare for challenging summer of travel Published3 days agoWales ambitions still burn bright for DeeWhile North retired from international rugby in 2024 and will hang up his boots for good this weekend, Dee will continue playing and wants to regain his Wales squad place.The 32-year-old has won 55 caps, played in two World Cups and was part of Wales' 2019 Grand Slam winning side.His most recent game for Wales was the 68-14 Six Nations home defeat by England in March 2025.Dee missed more than half of the 2025-26 season because of injury before returning for the final three months of the campaign.He h...