New Zealand Provincial Barbarians and British and Irish Lions teams named
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The British and Irish Lions' tour of New Zealand kicks off on Saturday as they take on a fired up New Zealand Provincial Barbarians side that happens to feature coach Warren Gatland's son. Both teams have now been picked, ahead of the clash in Whangarei.
Gatland is not taking the NZ Barbarians side lightly, having picked six 2013 Lions in the starting XV, with three more on the bench.
Sam Warburton skippers the side, while late call up Greig Laidlaw starts at number nine.
"We have named a side that showcases a strong combination of experience and youth and we are really looking forward to Sat…