Tyler Offiah is an English rugby union player who plays for Bath Rugby. He is the son of Martin Offiah.
Career
He signed a professional contract with Bath Rugby ahead of the 2024/25 season.[1] Reportedly, Offiah also had offers from Wigan Warriors, Gloucester Rugby, Sale Sharks and Leicester Tigers.[2] Bath head of rugby Johann van Graan said "What impresses me about Tyler is his speed, spatial awareness, finishing ability and a natural understanding of playing the game".[3]
International career
He made his England U18 debut in April 2024 at the U18 Six Nations Rugby Festival in Italy.[4]
Personal life
The son of rugby international Martin Offiah, he has stated that he is a fan of Brisbane Broncos.[5]
References
- ^ Evely, John (23 April 2024). "Bath Rugby announce superstar academy intake: England captain, Bath U18s league-winning skipper, schoolboy champ". Somersetlive. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
- ^ "Martin Offiah's son rejects rugby league club to sign with rugby union powerhouse". Ruck. 10 April 2024. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
- ^ "Bath sign Martin Offiah's son Tyler on senior academy contract". The Independent. 23 April 2024. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
- ^ McAllister, Josh (23 April 2024). "Martin Offiah's son signs first contract with Premiership Rugby side". Wigan Today. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
- ^ Walker, Callum (10 April 2024). "Martin Offiah's son, Tyler Offiah, snubs Super League side to join rugby union club". totalrl. Retrieved 24 April 2024.