WOMEN'S CLASH WITH SAINTS CANCELLED

Bradford Bulls regrettably announce this weekend’s Women’s Challenge Cup clash with St Helens has been forfeited. St Helens will receive the two points and a 48-0 win.

The fixture was due to be played at Bartercard Odsal Stadium on Saturday 23^rd March – but a combination of injuries and work commitments have left head coach Connor Matheson unable to raise a team.  

Bradford Bulls’ Joint Head of Women’s and Girls Rugby Rebecca Ball-Knight and Natalie Moorhouse said: 

“This decision has not been taken lightly and it is with regret that we have had to take this action.  

“This decision has been made due to only being able to name a team of 13 players, including some carrying injuries. 

“We have to safeguard our players and only being able to name 13 players, meaning we are unable to field a full team, would be not putting our players’ safety first. 

“We send our apologies to St Helens and wish them the best of luck for the rest of the campaign.”