When it comes to Australian rugby footballer, the name of the professional rugby footballer, Mat Rogers pops up naturally.
However, this time, the former footballer marked his name under ‘Australian survivor 2018.’
The reality game show features the battle between the champions and the contenders. And with the challenge of David and Goliath proportions, the ‘champions-contenders’ battle will be for the first time.
But before entering the ‘Australian Survivor’, Mat Rogers volunteered in the Gold Coast 2018 which is an international multi-sport event.
Let’s see how well the professional rugby footballer performs in ‘Australian Survivor 2018.’ Get the latest updates on Mat Rogers; Where and what is he doing now? Also how much is Survivor Mat Rogers worth, know his net worth as of 2018.
Mat Rogers Survivor 2018
The former professional rugby league footballer, Mat Rogers had to announce his retirement due to a serious injury.
But life provided another chance for Rogers to make a name for himself in ‘Australian Survivor 2018.’ In the ‘champions vs contenders’ battle, Rogers will play from the champion’s side to win $500,000.
During his career, Rogers represented Australia in both Rugby League and Union, playing both for the Kangaroos and the Wallabies.
Before making an entry in the reality game show, Rogers said,
“Rugby was a huge part of my life, not just League but also playing Union, and set me up with some good skills that I think will help me with Survivor. Discipline, competitiveness and a sometimes stubborn drive to win.”
What is Mat Rogers Doing Now?
After retiring from sports, Mat Rogers came back in the spotlight through ‘Australian Survivor 2018.’ So, what is he doing on the show now?
Rogers latest Instagram updates say that how hard the task can be, he is still giving his best. Not only that, Rogers is spending a quality time with his team members.
Following his retirement, Rogers committed himself in raising awareness about the effects of depression. And the cause relates to his father who was very close to his heart. His father, Steve battled depression for three years and died in January 2006.
Moreover, in 2018 between 4 and 15 April, Mat Rogers was a part of Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. He appeared on the Gold Coasters to showcase the new uniforms. About the uniforms, Rogers said,
“It’s kind of like activewear,” “You see most people getting around in activewear nowadays, so that’s a good thing in terms of comfort and I think it (the uniform) looks fantastic.”
Who is Mat Rogers Wife And Children? Mat Rogers First Wife?
Titans star Mat Rogers married his model and television presenter wife, Chloe Maxwell in Gold Coast on 26 October 2008. Mat Rogers and wife Chloe Maxwell wedding ceremony took place at Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove.
Describing his emotional wedding day, Rogers said,
“Just having Chloe in my life and having that day, I’ve been emotional about it.”
On the other hand, Rogers’ wife had an unusual choice of dress color. She explained,
“I was like, I’m not listening to you, this is what we’re having. I’m having a green dress – emerald green is my favorite color.”
Moreover, Mat Rogers now-wife, Chloe surprisingly holds the world record for interpretative dancing for 30 hours straight. The pair share two children- Maxwell Danger (son), and Phoenix (daughter).
The former footballer also shares two sons- Jack and Skyla with his first wife. And Mat Rogers’s first wife is none other than Michelle with whom he separated a long time ago. Though there is not much heard of Mat Rogers first wife Michelle, the former couple ended their relationship on a sad note.
Mat Rogers Wiki-Bio
Australian former professional rugby league footballer, Mathew Steve Rogers was born on 1 February 1976, in Sydney, New South Wales. Currently, Mat Rogers age is 42 who stands at a tall height of 182cm.
Mat Rogers started playing for the Engadine Dragons in junior rugby league. When he was just 12 years old, Rogers family settled on the Gold Coast, Queensland. During his high school years, he attended The Southport School (TSS).
As for Mat Rogers parents, Rogers late father, Steve Rogers, was a CEO and the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks legend. He retired from rugby league in 2010 and had to retire for the second time after receiving a serious injury.
Mat Rogers Net Worth 2018
The former Rugby footballer, Mat Rogers giving his best to win the prize money of $500,000 in the reality show ‘Australian Survivor.’
Apart from that, Rogers is also a motivational speaker who has a experience in sporting functions, corporate presentations, and Q&A sessions.
Mat Rogers and his wife, Chloe founded the charity called 4 ASD KIDS which aims to assist families of children battling with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. As of 2018, Mat Rogers net worth is under review and will be updated soon. Stay tuned for latest updates on Mat Rogers and his net worth 2018.
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