The late, great Jonah Lomu may have a worthy heir — albeit a rather young one.

It is an Australian boy playing under-9s rugby league who has gone viral after footage of him cutting a swathe through his opponents on the field was uploaded to social media.

Nine-year-old Meaalofa Teo, whose name indicates he — like Lomu — is of Polynesian heritage, goes from steaming-rolling over the top of his opponents, to sending them reeling with a fend that former All Black centre Ma’a Nonu would be proud of.

Perhaps it’s time for Newcastle Knights to break out the cheque book.

Watch Meaalofa Teo in action

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoUc0iAjHvY