De Villiers is South African-born but has represented France for seven years, and is still going strong, even at the age of 34. A Stade Francais stalwart since joining in 1995, the prop is a pillar of strength in the scrum, but not so dynamic in the loose. Remains a regular in the France international set-up, and played in both November Tests against New Zealand, a sure signal he will be a starter in the RBS 6 Nations. A veteran of the 1999 World Cup.