British & Irish Lions centre and Harlequins new boy Jamie Roberts says he is honoured to be given the chance to become a Cambridge Blue.

The 29-year-old confirmed his selection in the Cambridge University squad for this year's Varsity clash on December 10 on Monday via social media.

"Honoured to be selected to represent Cambridge University at this years Varsity match vs Oxford. Roll on Dec 10," he tweeted. 

Roberts will make his debut for Harlequins after the clash in Twickenham next month.