Jonah Lomu’s son declared for Six Nations team

Move over, New Zealand – Jonah Lomu’s son, Dhyreille Jonah Lomu, has set his sights on playing for France!

Born in France, he would have no difficulty qualifying to represent the French national team.

Nicknamed “Frenchie” during his school days in New Zealand, Dhyreille drew attention at youth tournaments with his impressive early performances that hinted at real potential.

Jonah’s time in France came towards the end of his glittering career, which also included a spell at Cardiff Blues. Tragically, the global rugby superstar passed away in 2015.

Lomu finished with 63 caps and 37 tries for New Zealand – and is still widely regarded as the game’s first global megastar.

But while Jonah lit up the rugby field, his teenage sons Brayley and Dhyreille are carving their own path – with a tennis ball, not a rugby one.

Their dream of becoming professional athletes led to a switch four years ago from traditional schooling to Te Kura, New Zealand’s correspondence school, so they could maximise their training time.

“Professional sport is hard, but playing tennis is our life. I love all kinds of exercise, and doing online school means we can fit in a lot more training,” says Dhyreille, who strongly resembles his famous dad.

“Depending on when we can get court time, I can be playing tennis from 9am until about 7.30pm.

“My dream is to become a number one professional tennis player in the world,

“Dad will always be the best and I thought to maybe give something else a try cause I’ll never be better than him,”

Could tennis become the new family legacy?

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Sir Ian McGeechan ranks the best wingers of all time, Jason Robinson fifth

Lions legend and rugby brainbox Sir Ian McGeechan has named the ten greatest wingers ever to grace the game – and there are some absolute flyers in the mix.

10. Rory Underwood (England)

Underwood, a legendary figure in English rugby, dominated the sport with his blistering speed and remarkable try-scoring ability. As a winger for the English national team throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Underwood’s exploits on the field became the stuff of legend. His impressive career includes multiple Rugby World Cup appearances and a reputation as one of England’s most prolific try scorers, cementing his status as an icon of the game.

McGeechan wrote: “Maybe not quite as clever as some of the others but a lethal finisher who was exceptionally quick and very, very strong.”

9. Shane Williams (Wales)

Williams, a diminutive yet dynamic force in rugby, captivated fans worldwide with his exceptional skill and agility on the field. As one of Wales’ most beloved players, Williams’ career saw him redefine the role of the winger, weaving through defenses with unmatched flair and speed. With a plethora of accolades, including a Rugby World Cup appearance and numerous Six Nations triumphs, he remains a symbol of Welsh rugby excellence and a testament to the power of perseverance and talent.

McGeechan wrote: “Defied convention because he was so small, but he was powerful and sharp. Wales have not been the same attacking force since he finished. He could raise their game on his own.”

8. Ieuan Evans (Wales)

Former Welsh rugby union player Ieuan Evans is renowned for his electrifying pace and try-scoring prowess. A stalwart of the Welsh national team during the late 1980s and 1990s, Evans’ skillful play earned him numerous accolades, including captaincy of Wales. With a career spanning over a decade, he remains one of Wales’ most celebrated rugby icons, embodying precision, agility, and leadership on the field.

McGeechan wrote: “Always one of my favourites because of my experiences with him as a British and Irish Lion. Like all the Welsh wingers, he had such a good sidestep but could combine acceleration with that. He was a superb finisher, especially in tight situations.”

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