5. Schalk Burger Sr & Schalk Burger (South Africa)

The Burger name is synonymous with Springbok rugby. Schalk Burger Sr represented South Africa before his son became one of the greatest flankers of the professional era. A Rugby World Cup winner in 2007 and World Rugby Player of the Year in 2004, Burger Jr cemented himself as a Springbok legend.

4. Émile Ntamack & Romain Ntamack (France)

Émile Ntamack thrilled French supporters throughout the 1990s with his pace and flair. His son Romain has become one of the world’s premier fly-halves, helping France win multiple Six Nations titles while establishing himself as one of the game’s biggest stars.

3. Feʻao Vunipola & Billy and Mako Vunipola (Tonga/England)

Strictly speaking, this entry features one father and two sons—but leaving either Billy or Mako out simply wouldn’t feel right. Former Tonga international Feʻao Vunipola helped inspire two of England’s modern greats, with both brothers becoming British & Irish Lions and playing key roles in England’s successes over the past decade.

2. Felix du Plessis & Morné du Plessis (South Africa)

Few rugby families have had a greater influence on the Springboks. Felix captained South Africa during the famous 1949 series victory over the All Blacks, while son Morné became one of the country’s greatest No.8s and captains. Remarkably, they remain the only father-and-son duo to captain the Springboks.

1. Andy Farrell & Owen Farrell (England)

No father-and-son pairing has shaped the modern game quite like Andy and Owen Farrell. Andy enjoyed legendary status in rugby league before becoming an England international in union and later one of the world’s most respected coaches. Owen followed by becoming England’s all-time leading men’s points scorer, captaining his country, starring on three British & Irish Lions tours and establishing himself as one of the finest fly-halves of his generation.

Together, they are rugby’s ultimate father-and-son success story.

NAME EVERY ENGLAND MEN’S CAPTAIN OF THE PROFESSIONAL ERA:

Since rugby turned professional in 1995, England have had a host of captains lead the team through World Cups, Grand Slams, Lions tours and some of the biggest moments in the sport’s history.

From World Cup-winning legends to short-term stand-ins, how many England captains of the professional era can you name?

You have five minutes to name them all. Good luck!🏉