Jonah Lomu's sons could snub All Blacks to play in the Six Nations
10/30/2024 02:52 PM
Move over, New Zealand – Jonah Lomu’s son, Dhyreille Jonah Lomu, has set his sights on playing for France! Born in France during Jonah’s time with Marseille, Dhyreille is dreaming of representing Les Bleus rather than the All Blacks. Eligibility? No problem!
Bonjour ‘Frenchie’! Lomu's Son Making Waves in Kiwi Rugby
Nicknamed “Frenchie” at school, Dhyreille has already turned heads in New Zealand's age-grade tournaments. Could he be the next big thing, following in his dad's giant footsteps?
A Legacy Reborn on the Wing
Jonah Lomu, the original rugby superstar, notched up 63 caps and a whopping 37 tries for New Zealand, reshaping the sport forever. Dhyreille's dream is lofty – but not in rugby alone!
Lomu 2.0: Rugby Meets Tennis in the Lomu Household
Dhyreille and his brother Brayley aren't just rugby fanatics – they're passionate tennis players too! The brothers have big dreams, with Brayley aspiring to be the world’s best tennis player. "To be number one, you always have to try your best," he says.
Why Rugby? 'Dad Was The Best!'
With big shoes to fill, Dhyreille’s considering his path carefully: "Dad will always be the best, so I might give something else a go." Could tennis become the new family legacy?
Jonah Lomu Facts:
- He weighed 120 kg and was 1.96 metres tall, but could run 100 metres in 10.8 seconds
- In 1996, McDonald's New Zealand named a burger after Lomu
- He's the only rugby player ever to feature on the front cover of TIME magazine
- According to the Telegraph, Leeds were ready to make a third bid to attract All Blacks giant Jonah Lomu to England in 2001
- He played 63 tests as an All Black, scoring 37 tries
- In 2001 he helped New Zealand win the Rugby World Cup Sevens.
NIGEL OWENS: MY TOP 5 CAPTAINS
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#5. Chris Robshaw (England)
The flanker is a former English rugby union player who captained the national team from 2012 to 2015.
Known for his exceptional work rate and leadership skills, Robshaw was a dynamic flanker who made a significant impact on the field. He enjoyed a successful club career with Harlequins, where he played for over a decade. Robshaw’s dedication and commitment to the sport earned him numerous accolades and the respect of his peers.
Off the field, he is admired for his philanthropic efforts, using his platform to support various charitable causes.
Owens said: “Some people will be surprised at this one to start off. His misfortune was perhaps to be leading England during a difficult time, but he always gave everything for the cause, encouraging others to follow suit, and he was a nice guy off the pitch.”
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