Brad O’Neill is a home‑grown hooker and loose forward for the Wigan Warriors, widely regarded as one of the brightest young middle players in Super League. A lifelong Wigan supporter who progressed through the club’s scholarship and academy system, O’Neill made his Super League debut in 2021 and rapidly established himself as a key part of the senior squad despite his young age.

Since breaking into the first team, O’Neill has featured prominently in one of the most successful periods in Wigan’s history. He has played in victories in the 2022 Challenge Cup, 2023 and 2024 Super League Grand Finals, the 2023 and 2024 League Leaders’ Shields, and the 2024 World Club Challenge, demonstrating composure and control in the game’s biggest moments. His development into Wigan’s starting number nine under head coach Matt Peet has been marked by intelligent service, strong defence, and tireless work rate around the ruck.

At international level, O’Neill’s rise was recognised in 2024 when he made his England debut against France, further underlining his standing as one of the most promising hookers in the game. Later that season, he suffered an ACL injury, which side-lined him for much of the year before returning to action in early 2025, showing resilience and professionalism in his recovery.