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The Independent UK

From Bradford to Townsville, Bateman feeling at home

Englishman John Bateman says he's quickly settled in life with the Cowboys in Townsville, with the north Queensland city reminding him of Yorkshire.

AAP

True grit: Bateman gives Cowboys coach key ingredient

North Queensland coach Todd Payten reveals the vital area the side must improve in 2025 and why recruit John Bateman is part of the answer.

AAP

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Cowboys recruit finds fitness he never had at Tigers

New North Queensland signing John Bateman has found a new verve in Townsville as he prepares to start the season in the best shape of his recent career.

AAP

Price is right as Cowboys sign Bateman until 2026

North Queensland have signed forward John Bateman until the end of 2026 after he was released by Wests Tigers, who will contribute to his two-year contract.

AAP

Benji 'unsure' if John Bateman will be at Tigers in '25

Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall admits he does not know whether John Bateman will play for the NRL club in 2025 but wants the situation resolved promptly.

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May hits out at speculation that sparked Roosters exit

Terrell May has rubbished claims he is being pushed out of the Sydney Roosters because his face doesn't fit.

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Wests Tigers players stick up for outgoing Utoikamanu

Alex Twal has defended Stefano Utoikamanu for opting to walk out on Wests Tigers, while Alex Seyfarth says it will be unfair to move the prop to NSW Cup.

AAP

Tigers release Bateman mid-game, insist he'll be back

Wests Tigers announced they would release forward John Bateman to play in the Super League for the rest of 2024 during their round 21 clash with the Warriors.

AAP

Utoikamanu decision put on hold as Tigers head to NZ

Stefano Utoikamanu has held off announcing any decision on his future until after Wests Tigers' clash with the Warriors, as the prop's contract saga drags on.

AAP

Luai battle no added motivation for Tigers gun Galvin

Wests Tigers veteran John Bateman is doubtful if a clash with future teammate Jarome Luai will be extra motivation for young gun Lachlan Galvin.

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Tigers' Klemmer apologises for outburst at Gutherson

David Klemmer says there was no malice in his exuberant celebrations following the Tigers' win over Parramatta.

AAP

Lack of hip-drop charges leaves Fitzgibbon 'confused'

Craig Fitzgibbon has questioned why more players are not charged over hip-drop tackles, with Cronulla losing a third player in two years to similar challenges.

AAP

New Raider Smithies extends Canberra's British empire

New recruit Morgan Smithies has already made an impact with Canberra and is relishing the chance to test himself against one-time idol John Bateman.

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The Independent UK

Hard work and family help Leeds centre Harry Newman live the dream with England

The 23-year-old has suffered some serious injuries.

The Guardian - UK

Shaun Wane U-turns to call up Harry Newman for new-look England

Shaun Wane had said he would not pick Leeds centre Harry Newman due to concerns over his attitude, but he is set to make his Test debut on Sunday

AAP

Second spoon threat motivates Tigers amid fresh turmoil

John Bateman insists the Wests Tigers' players won't allow the club's in-fighting to distract them from their biggest game of the year, at St George Illawarra.

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Twal breaks try-scoring drought but Storm beat Tigers

Melbourne's Will Warbrick ran in four tries as the Storm thrashed Wests Tigers on a night when Alex Twal broke a well-documented scoring drought.

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AAP

Brooks has a party for his 200th in 66-18 Tigers win

Luke Brooks has had one of the finest nights of his career in his 200th NRL game, as Wests Tigers racked up a record-breaking 66-18 win over North Queensland.

AAP

Bateman open to Wighton reunion at Wests Tigers

Wests Tigers forward John Bateman says Canberra five-eighth Jack Wighton would make a welcome addition to the NRL club's lineup.

AAP

Tigers' Bateman in danger of missing clash with Broncos

Englishman John Bateman was one of the Wests Tigers' best in their 24-12 loss to Melbourne but could miss their next clash with Brisbane due to an injury.

AAP

Tigers claim Wakeham can unlock Brooks' attack

Brandon Wakeham's inclusion at five-eighth can be the key to unlocking Luke Brooks and Adam Doueihi, according to Wests Tigers teammates.

AAP

Bateman hoses down injury concern, sees huge task ahead

Wests Tigers recruit John Bateman has rejected claims an ankle injury delayed his start to the NRL season, but is well aware of the job ahead at his new club.

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Sheens holds off on Doueihi, Bateman call for Bulldogs

Tim Sheens will give Adam Doueihi and John Bateman as much time as required before a decision on their fitness is made for round three.

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Api times: Tigers expect to see instant Koroisau impact

Tim Sheens believes Api Koroisau will have an immediate impact on the Wests Tigers when their NRL season gets underway on Sunday.

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