Bulls player Sam Wood is one of three players at the centre of an RFL investigation regarding dual registration eligibility.

Wood played his third game for Dewsbury Rams last Sunday against Barrow Raiders. 

Under the current rules, Championship clubs cannot play any player on dual-registration from now until the end of the season, unless they have played in three or more Championship games before the registration deadline of July 25 (last Friday).

Doncaster's fielding of Ben Crooks (Hull FC) and Huddersfield player Jacob Fairbank’s outing for Batley are the two other cases being looked at. They also featured last weekend having played less than the three required matches.

Dewsbury Rams chairman Mark Sawyer has issued the following statement regarding the dual-registration of  Wood.

"Earlier this season, we made an enquiry to Bradford Bulls regarding the possible dual-registration availability of one of their young players.

"Dual-registration discussions are always conducted by myself.

"Following discussions, we came to the agreement that Sam Wood would join us on dual-registration terms to strengthen the squad during the closing stages of the season.

"We have always been fully aware of the rules relating to dual-registration, particularly with regards to the salary of a player and how this affects his eligibility to play for a partner club after the transfer deadline.

"From the initial stages of our discussions, we were informed that Sam fell below the relevant salary threshold to play for us after the transfer deadline.

"His eligibility in this respect is also reflected in writing on official RFL documents completed by Bradford Bulls officials.

"With all eligibility criteria satisfied, Sam was selected for a third time by head coach Glenn Morrison to play in the Championship match against Barrow Raiders on Sunday.

"The RFL contacted us on Wednesday to say that they are launching an inquiry into his selection. We are one of a number of Championship clubs to be approached and we will continue to co-operate with them at this time."

The RFL has the power to fine and/or deduct competition points if clubs are found guilty of the offence.