The rugby player will be putting his career on hold.

By Molly Moss

Published: Friday, 24 February 2023 at 12:00 am


Rugby league player Keanan Brand is the latest contestant to enter Winter Love Island 2023.

Brand is the second Rugby League star to join the Love Island cast in recent years, with former Castleford Tigers player Jacques O’Neill appearing in 2022.

The Love Island hopeful has put his rugby league career on hold to appear on the show.

So, here’s everything you need to know about Keanan ahead of his Love Island appearance.

Keanan Brand – key facts

Age: 24

Job: Rugby player

From: Wigan

Instagram: @keabrand

What rugby league team does Keanan Brand play for?

Keanan is currently contracted to Super League side Leigh Leopards.

The club is yet to comment on his involvement following the news that he’s heading to South Africa to appear on Love Island.

Keanan came through the Widnes Vikings academy, making 34 appearances for the Championship side. 

He went on to join Warrington Wolves, making three appearances, and then Leigh.

The rugby league player was involved in Leigh’s successful 2021 campaign, scoring 14 tries in 36 games for the side.

Why did Keanan Brand want to take part in Love Island?

🚨 Double bombshell allert! 🚨

Rosie and Keanan are ready to turn some heads #LoveIsland pic.twitter.com/HlGERuShpC

— Love Island (@LoveIsland) February 23, 2023