Williams to say farewell in Barbarians colours

SHANE Williams is set to bring the curtain down on his illustrious career with an appearance for the Barbarians against Wales on 2 June.

Williams retired from international rugby last November as Wales’ record try-scorer with 58 in 87 appearances for his country and he appeared in four Tests for the British and Irish Lions.

The 34-year-old will hang up his boots for good this summer and take on an ambassadorial role with the Ospreys.

Williams has accepted an invitation to sign off his career by joining the Barbarians for their matches against England at Twickenham (27 May), Ireland at Kingsholm (29 May) and Wales in Cardiff (2 June).

“Finishing playing for Wales after the World Cup felt like the right decision, and now I’ve had the chance to reflect on where I’m at, it feels right that this season will be my last,” Williams said.

“I’m delighted to have sorted out the ambassadorial role with the Ospreys which means I can continue to help the region I love. I’ve played for the Barbarians once before and when I was offered the chance to play this summer I had no hesitation in accepting the honour.”