6 famous rugby players who have brothers you did not realise were also pros

Rugby News
Thursday, 03 August 2023 at 10:28
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Did you know that Martin Johnson and Jonny Wilkinson had brothers who pursued careers in professional rugby?
Despite the limelight and fame often being directed towards certain family members, it's essential not to overlook the other siblings making their mark in the sport.
So, who are some of these remarkable individuals, and where did they showcase their talent on the rugby field?

Ben Warburton, brother of Sam

Sam Warburton, who captained the Lions in 2013 and 2017, has an older twin brother, Ben, who played at semi-professional level with Glamorgan Wanderers RFC and is now a physiotherapist for the Cardiff Blues.
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Mark Wilkinson, brother of Jonny

He spent his three-year professional career between 2002 and 2005 at Newcastle Falcons, alongside his brother, Jonny, predominantly playing as a Centre.

Callum Watson, brother of Anthony & Marcus

The scrum-half was plighted by injuries towards the end of his time with London Irish and subsequently was not offered a new contract at the club; joining Loughborough Students as a result. Very much in the shadow of brothers Anthony and Marcus at the moment.
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Graham Hogg, brother of Stuart

Scotland fullback Stuart Hogg’s brother, Graham, has played for Scotland in the IRB Sevens World Series as well as representing his country at under-18, under-19 and under-20.
A very talented player, his career did not take off in the same way as his younger brother due to a number of serious knee injuries.
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Jerry Sexton, brother of Johnny

He is the younger brother of Ireland fly-half Johnny. Sexton represented Leinster Rugby at schoolboy level but did not make the professional academy.
The lock then moved to France to play lower level rugby before joining Exeter Chiefs. Following further stints with London irish and Jersey Reds, Sexton joined South African Pro14 side Southern Kings on a three-year contract ahead of the 2019–20 season.
He's since become a Police Officer.

Will Johnson, brother of Martin

He is perhaps best known for being Martin's younger brother, but yet played over 200 times for Leicester and gained a number of caps for England 'A'.
A good club man, known for technique and work rate.
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