Chris Atkin among six players released by Bradford Bulls
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 8:39 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Bradford Bulls have released half-back Chris Atkin and five other players ahead of next season. Atkin, who joined the team in March, has made 16 Super League appearances this year, scoring two tries. Alongside Atkin, centre Guy Armitage, forwards Sam Hallas and Dan Russell, half-back Joe Keyes, and hooker Mitchel Souter will not be retained. The Bulls, currently third from bottom in the Super League with seven games remaining in the season, face challenges after being promoted last year. Head coach Kurt Haggerty stated that the decision aims to provide the players with ample time to find new opportunities.
- •Chris Atkin scored two tries in 16 appearances for Bradford Bulls.
- •The Bulls are currently third from bottom in the Super League.
- •Team aims to give released players time to secure new contracts.
- •Guy Armitage and others also released ahead of next season.
- •Bradford Bulls were promoted to the top flight last year.
- 8:39 AMYahoo Sports — Atkin among six to be released by Bulls
"Bradford Bulls half-back Chris Atkin is one of six players who will not be offered a contract for next season.
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