Could there be another Offiah playing rugby very soon? Martin ‘Chariots’ Offiah was one of the most exciting English rugby players across both codes.
The 56-year-old played in the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s. Offiah was inducted into the Rugby League Hall of Fame in 2013. He scored over 500 tries during his rugby league career, making him the third-highest try scorer (and top try-scoring English player) of all time, and now features in a statue of great rugby league players outside Wembley Stadium.
His son Phoenix, who is an aspiring footballer, had previously played rugby and showed his skills with an almost perfect impression of Owen Farrell kicking a penalty.
Reacting to the clip, one fan wrote: “Brilliant! Put a smile on my face… the next generation of rugby players looking exceptionally good! “
A second commented: “Following in the families foot steps !!!”
Another said: “England need all the help they can get!
Zinzan Brooke’s son confirms he will not play for All Blacks
The son of All Blacks legend Zinzan Brooke has signed a professional contract with Gallagher Premiership side London Irish.
Lucas Brooke, who can play across the back-row or at hooker, grew up in England so is fully qualified to wear the red rose.
Here’s a list of rugby legends sons who are set to play for other countries, including the son of All Black legend Jonah Lomu.
#1. Lucas Brooke (England)
- Age: 21
- Club: London Irish
- Position: back-row
- Dad: Zinzan Brooke (New Zealand)
Brooke, who can play across the back-row or at hooker, grew up in England so is fully qualified to wear the red rose. The powerhouse has represented Berkshire at county level and regularly played for his school, Wellington College. He’s since become a regular for England U20.