LIST: 4 England stars who could have even better little brothers

Thursday, 20 May 2021 at 09:53

byRugby Rucker

They may be less well-known than their England international sibling right now, but that might not be the case for long with these four making serious waves in the game.

#1. Will Joseph, brother of Jonathan

Will Joseph, from Newbury, Somerset, followed in the footsteps of his brother, England and Bath Rugby centre Jonathan 'JJ' Joseph, towards a career in professional rugby by signing with London Irish's academy. Will, who is an outside centre, has also played in all the England U18 league matches, crossing for several tries.

#2. Frankie Nowell, brother of Jack

The versatile 17-year-old back, who has a big reputation, is making a name for himself on the south coast. Currently plying his trade with the Exeter Chiefs U18, he is certainly a name to watch out for in the future.

#3. Phil Cokanasiga, brother of Joe

Phil, who like his brother has kicked off his career at London Irish, made his European and Premiership debut in the 2019/20 season. The centre also made appearances in the Premiership Rugby 7s competition at the beginning of the campaign.

#4. Tom Willis, brother of Jack

The younger brother of fellow Wasps first-team star Jack, the back-rower made his Premiership debut against Saracens in October 2017.

The impressive young back-row featured six times in the 2018/19 Premiership Rugby Shield including one try and was named as the 2018/19 Academy Player of the Season.

His fine season saw him promoted to the Wasps first-team squad for 2019/20.