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Former All Black Anton Oliver will line up for Oxford in the 127th Varsity match agsint Cambridge in December after being offered a place at the famous university, AFP reported.
Oliver, who is currently playing for French club Toulon, will retire from professional rugby at the end of the season to study for an MSc in Biodiversity, Environment and Management.
"I see my time at Oxford as a clear demarcation in my life, leaving behind a life as a professional sportsperson for one of academic rigour and thought," Oliver said.
"The chance to play in the Varsity match - which is clearly a unique event in rugby union - is also very exciting and I see it as a natural way for me to finish my playing career.
Oxford's director of rugby Steve Hill added: "We are delighted Anton has decided to accept the opportunity to study at Oxford.
"To have someone of his calibre and experience in the heart of our forward pack will be invaluable for our 2008 Varsity campaign."
- NZ HERALD STAFF
