The grandson of legendary English all-rounder Ian Botham received his first official call-up into the Wales rugby squad on Monday ahead of the team’s Autumn Nations Cup international against Georgia.

James Botham, 22, who plays for the Cardiff Blues, was all set to start for his regional rugby team against Benetton Treviso, but an hour ahead of the Monday clash his name was withdrawn from the Pro14 fixture.

Fans however will have to wait till Thursday to see if the 22-year-old, a former under-20 international, is handed a debut against Georgia on Saturday at Llanelli. Coach Wayne Pivac, will announce his squad for the match against Georgia on Thursday, in what will be a litmus test for the young Botham.

Botham, who is the son of Liam Botham, a former professional cricketer and also a rugby union and rugby league player, who played for Cardiff in the 1990’s.

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James Botham who plays as a flanker, had joined the Cardiff Blues in 2016, at the age of 18. He has been in fine form for his side this year, averaging 16 tackles per match and has a tackle success rate of 96%.

Botham made his debut for Wales under-18 in 2016 against Scotland at Swansea. He has since made his debut for the Wales under-20 squad.

Ian Botham played 102 Tests for England between 1977-1992 and has been referred to as one of the best all-rounders of his generation.

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The 64-year-old was recently made a member of the House of Lords and has been a supporter of Brexit.