26 Facts About Richie Myler

Richie Myler is a member of the Ireland squad for the delayed 2021 Rugby League World Cup, having declared for Ireland in 2022.

Richie Myler has played for the Widnes Vikings in the Championship, and the Salford City Reds in the Championship and the Super League.

Richie Myler has played for the Warrington Wolves and the Catalans Dragons in the Super League.

Richie Myler attended St's Peter and Paul RC High school.

Richie Myler was amongst several students to receive a scholarship from the Rugby League.

Richie Myler began his career with Widnes, playing two games in the 2007 season.

Richie Myler signed for Salford from Widnes on a three-year deal in 2008 and contributed to Salford winning the National League One title, scoring 25 tries in 32 appearances, and winning numerous awards as well as the Co-Operative Player of the Year award.

On 14 February 2009 Richie Myler made his Super League debut against Crusaders, scoring a try in a Salford victory.

Richie Myler was offered a new contract which allegedly would have made him the highest paid player in the history of Widnes.

Richie Myler played in the 2012 Challenge Cup Final victory over the Leeds Rhinos at Wembley Stadium.

Richie Myler played in the 2012 Super League Grand Final defeat by the Leeds Rhinos at Old Trafford.

Richie Myler played in the 2013 Super League Grand Final defeat by the Wigan Warriors at Old Trafford.

However, on 10 July 2015, it was confirmed that Richie Myler would stay in the Super League, signing a two-year deal with Catalans Dragons from 2016.

On 27 June 2017 it was confirmed Richie Myler had signed a three-year deal to join Leeds Rhinos starting from the following season.

Richie Myler was named Lance Todd Trophy winner for his performance at Fullback in the 2020 Challenge Cup Final.

Richie Myler played a total of 19 games for Leeds in the 2023 Super League season as the club finished 8th on the table and missed the playoffs.

On 3 March 2024, Richie Myler made his 400th career appearance in York's 1895 Cup quarter-final match against Oldham.

Richie Myler has represented both the Lancashire and England U-17s at Academy Level.

Richie Myler was named in the England training squad for the 2008 Rugby League World Cup.

Richie Myler was named in the England team to face Wales at the Keepmoat Stadium, Doncaster prior to England's departure for the 2008 Rugby League World Cup.

Richie Myler made his England debut in the victory over Wales on 10 October 2008.

Richie Myler was not called up to the England RL side for the Four Nations in 2011, however he was selected in the England Knights where he put in two man of the match performances but was still not called up.

Richie Myler was recalled to the international stage in 2018, playing in test matches against France at the Leigh Sports Village and New Zealand.

Richie Myler is qualified to play for Ireland through one of his grandfathers.

Richie Myler was named in the Ireland squad for the tournament when it was announced on 29 September 2022.

In March 2012 Richie Myler became engaged to then Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton.