Dragons front row Aki Seiuli will make his international debut for Manu Samoa against the Barbarians at Twickenham this Saturday, 2:30pm KO.
The loosehead prop has been named to start by Samoan head coach Seilala Mapusua as they take on the famous Baa-Baas.
Seiuli has made five appearances for the men of Gwent since joining from Glasgow Warriors in the summer and has been rewarded for his form with the region.
The 28-year-old is one of nine uncapped players that could make their international debut in London and everybody at Dragons wishes Aki all the best this weekend.
MANU SAMOA TEAM TO TAKE ON THE BARBARIANS
Manu Samoa: Jamie-Jerry Taulagi, Elijah Niko, Opetera Peleseuma, Parataiso Silafai-Leaana, Sinoti Sinoti, AJ Alatimu, Nigel Hunt; Aki Seiuli, John Ulugia, Paul Alo-Emile, Ben Nee-Nee, Joe Tekori, Mikaele Tapili, Talalelei Gray, Abraham Papalii.
Replacements: Albert Onele’i, Sakaria Taulafo, Michael Alaalatoa, Salo Tutaia, Senio Toleafoa, Reece Anapu, Aviata Silago, Alexander Luatua
