The youngster has caught the imagination of the Welsh rugby public following his try-scoring debut against Argentina in the summer of 2006.

A gliding runner who always has time on the ball, the Ospreys stand-off has become one of the hottest properties in the game.

Hook has been compared to Wales great Barry John as well as current All Blacks star Dan Carter but despite the praise, Hook has handled the expectations with a coolness that belies his years.