Keanan Brand


Keanan Brand is a professional rugby league footballer who plays as a or winger for Leigh Leopards in the Super League.
He previously played for the Widnes Vikings in the Super League and the Championship, and for Warrington Wolves and Leigh Centurions in the Super League.
In 2023, Brand appeared as a contestant on the ninth series of Love Island.

Background

Brand was born in Skelmersdale, Lancashire, England.

Playing career

Widnes Vikings

In 2018 he made his Widnes début in the Super League against Hull Kingston Rovers.
He featured 32 times in 2019 in all competitions for Widnes and was part of the team that made it to Wembley in the AB Sundecks 1895 cup final. He was also nominated for the Championship Young Player of the Year award.

Warrington Wolves

On 30 September 2019 it was announced that Brand had signed for the Warrington Wolves along with Anthony Gelling.

Leigh Leopards

On 18 December 2020 newly promoted Leigh Leopards signed Brand on a season long loan from Warrington Wolves for the 2021 Betfred Super League season.
On 20 November 2021 it was announced that Brand had left Warrington and signed for Leigh in the Betfred Championship.

Bradford Bulls (loan)

On 29 February 2024 it was reported that he had signed for Bradford in the RFL Championship on a two-week short-term loan.

Widnes Vikings (loan)

On 27 June 2024 it was reported that he had signed for Widnes in the RFL Championship on loan.

International

He made his debut for v in October 2024.