Matt Oworu
Canadian rugby union player
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Matt Oworu (born 29 July 2000) is a Canadian rugby union player, currently playing for Chicago Hounds in Major League Rugby (MLR). His preferred position is flanker or number 8.[1]
| Full name | Matthew Oworu | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Born | 29 July 2000 Calgary, Alberta , Canada | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 111 kg (245 lb; 17 st 7 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Notable relative | James Oworu (brother) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Early career
Oworu is from Calgary in Alberta , but grew up in Zimbabwe where he first began playing rugby, before returning to Canada to represent join the Pacific Pride system.[2] While in Zimbabwe, Oworu studied at Lewisam Primary School and Churchill high school and captained the Zimbabwe U18 side at Craven Week and Zimbabwe U20.[3][4]
Professional career
Oworu started out professionally representing the Canada Sevens, debuting at the 2021 Canada Sevens in Vancouver.[5] He would appear at a further 25 tournaments for the side, including the 2022 Commonwealth Games,[6] and 2022 Rugby Sevens World Cup,[7] before committed to the 15-aside game. He signed for the Chicago Hounds ahead of the 2025 Major League Rugby season,[8] debuting in round 4 of the season against the Miami Sharks.[9] He re-signed for the side ahead of the 2026 season.[10]
Oworu made his debut for the Canada national team in July 2022, debuting against Belgium .[11]
