England back row Greg Fisilau enjoyed a wholesome moment with his family following his Test debut, celebrating the milestone with a tradition rooted in his Tongan heritage.

The 23-year-old made his first senior appearance off the bench during England's convincing victory over Australia at Allianz Stadium on Sunday.

Fisilau's journey to the international stage began with England U20, making his debut against Scotland in 2022 before helping the side finish fourth at the 2023 World Rugby U20 Championship.

He came through the Wasps academy, with loan spells at Birmingham Moseley and Ampthill, before joining Exeter Chiefs in November 2022 following Wasps' financial collapse.

The forward subsequently represented England A, scoring against Portugal in 2024, before earning a senior training squad call-up later that year. He returned to England A duty in 2025.

Ahead of Sunday's match, head coach Steve Borthwick praised Fisilau's development and work ethic.

“We’re all absolutely delighted for Greg. He’s worked incredibly hard to get to this point and has earned his opportunity through the way he’s performed for Exeter and in our training environment. He’s a powerful, athletic player who brings real energy to the team.”

Fisilau's father, Keni, was a hard-hitting Plymouth Albion and Tonga centre. The youngster has previously credited his father for instilling the work ethic that helped him reach the professional game.

Following his debut, Fisilau was spotted wearing a necklace with a lot of chocolate on it, gifted to him by his family, who were in attendance at Allianz Stadium.

The touching gesture celebrated his first appearance in an England senior shirt, while also paying tribute to his Tongan heritage.

Chocolate necklaces have a special significance in Tonga, where chocolate was once expensive and traditionally given as a gift during celebrations and important life milestones.

The modern tradition offers a twist on necklaces historically gifted to family members, making Fisilau's post-match celebration an especially meaningful moment after his Test debut.