Final showpiece for Arwel Thomas

The 23 times capped stand off said: "I might have played in some big games in the past, but this game means as much to me as anyone," said Thomas, whose international career with Wales brought 216 points in 23 matches.

"I made my debut for Neath and I will play my last game for the club. It could hardly be better. The shirt means so much to me because it was as a Welsh All Black that I made my senior debut.

"It seems a long time ago now, but the support will be the same and the feeling in the dressing room will be the same. Rugby Union might have change since 1993, but the club is as passionate now as it ever has been."

Although Pontypridd did the double over the Principality Premiership champions this season, Thomas missed the second game between the sides due to injury. .

He added: "I must admit, I missed the last game between the sides so at least I haven't suffered twice this season like some of the boys. Still, those results will provide Ponty with plenty of confidence and to be honest, unless we show a bit more care and attention, we will find ourselves up against it."