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Olbison aims to prove his worth to Bradford Bulls

7:20am Tuesday 21st May 2013

Tom Olbison has vowed to force his way back into Francis Cummins’ starting line-up after being dropped for the Bulls’ past two games.

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Bradford Bulls loan recruit has parent club in his sights

7:00am Monday 20th May 2013

Jacob Fairbank is hoping to cut Huddersfield down to size when he crosses swords with his parent club at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

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That’ll do nicely as Bradford Bulls bounce back

7:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

Bulls coach Francis Cummins paid tribute to his players after they got their season back on track with a 28-7 win at Salford.

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Bradford Bulls show character to extinguish Salford fire

6:30am Saturday 18th May 2013

It was difficult to put a price on this victory for Francis Cummins and his players last night.

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Bradford Bulls: We are not in a rut, says Cummins

8:00am Friday 17th May 2013

Bulls coach Francis Cummins is demanding a big performance from his players as they seek to get their play-off bid back on track at Salford tonight.

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Bradford Bulls: Sidlow ready for a 'weird' return to Salford

7:00am Friday 17th May 2013

Adam Sidlow has no regrets about swapping Salford for the Bulls as he prepares to return to his former club for the first time tonight.

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Fairbank signs to prop up Bradford Bulls front row

7:30am Thursday 16th May 2013

Jacob Fairbank has joined the Bulls on an initial one-month loan deal and is poised to make his debut tomorrow night against Salford.

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Bradford freeman Noble sets sights on beating Bulls

6:30am Thursday 16th May 2013

In 2006, Brian Noble received Bradford’s highest honour when he became a freeman of the city.

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Donaldson OK after Bradford Bulls KO

6:00am Thursday 16th May 2013

James Donaldson was knocked clean out during last week’s defeat at London Broncos but is raring to go against Salford tomorrow.

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Bradford Bulls: Signing new deal was an easy decison, says Foster

7:00am Wednesday 15th May 2013

Jamie Foster has become the first player to sign fresh terms with the Bulls after being handed a two-year deal which keeps him at the club until the end of 2015.

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Bradford Bulls must learn from mistakes

6:30am Tuesday 14th May 2013

Matty Blythe has urged the Bulls to wise up tactically as they bid to get their season back on track at Salford this weekend.

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Loan prop a priority for injury-hit Bradford Bulls

7:20am Monday 13th May 2013

Francis Cummins will step up his search for loan signings today after it was revealed that Brett Kearney is set for a spell on the sidelines.

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Jay Willey and Bulls’ 'devastating' split

6:00am Saturday 11th May 2013

Gerry Sutcliffe last night insisted that Bradford Bulls would continue to seek fresh investment from elsewhere after Jay Willey’s proposed “six-figure” cash injection failed to materialise in a dramatic split which she says has left her devastated.

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Injuries add to woe of Bradford Bulls’ cup exit

8:30am Saturday 11th May 2013

Bulls coach Francis Cummins is facing up to the grim prospect of being without Manase Manuokafoa for up to seven weeks.

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Broncos dump Bradford Bulls out of Cup

6:40am Saturday 11th May 2013

The Bulls can lose to the likes of Wigan, Warrington and Leeds and nobody will think the worse of them. But being dumped out of the Tetley’s Challenge Cup by London Broncos?

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Willey withdraws her involvement with Bradford Bulls

1:46pm Friday 10th May 2013

Jay Willey today officially ended her association with the Bulls after citing “irrevocable differences” between her and the club’s board of directors.

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Bradford Bulls on alert for Broncos backlash

7:40am Friday 10th May 2013

Francis Cummins has warned his players they face a backlash from London Broncos tonight as the Bulls seek to move into the quarter-finals of the Tetley’s Challenge Cup.

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Evans eyes cup hat-trick with Bradford Bulls

9:20am Friday 10th May 2013

Ben Evans has tasted Challenge Cup glory twice before – now he wants to do it again with Bradford.

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Cardiff celebrations whet Kear's appetite for success with Bradford Bulls

8:00am Friday 10th May 2013

Elliot Kear was back in his home city of Cardiff last weekend after playing for the Bulls in Friday’s derby against Leeds.

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Foster targets quicker Bradford Bulls return than feared

7:00am Thursday 9th May 2013

Jamie Foster has given Bulls coach Francis Cummins a major boost after it was revealed he could be back playing within six weeks.

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Purtell dares to dream after long road to recovery

6:30am Thursday 9th May 2013

Nobody seemed quite sure how Adrian Purtell would fare on his return to action earlier this season, least of all the man himself.

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Return of promotion and relegation would create welcome drama for Bradford Bulls and rivals

6:10am Thursday 9th May 2013

Bulls general manager Ryan Whitcut is convinced changes to the structure of rugby league will breath new life into the sport.

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Manuokafoa hoping to get the thumbs up for Broncos clash

7:50am Wednesday 8th May 2013

Manase Manuokafoa will see a specialist today after sustaining a thumb injury during last week’s defeat to Leeds.

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Bradford Bulls pay plan to hit ‘magic 10,000’ season tickets

6:00am Tuesday 7th May 2013

Bradford Bulls have revealed supporters can start paying for next year’s season tickets from today as they bid to hit the 10,000 mark in 2014.

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Walker: I’d like to finish my career at Bradford Bulls

8:30am Tuesday 7th May 2013

Chev Walker is aiming to secure a new contract at the Bulls after revealing he has never been happier during his long career.

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Bradford Bulls scrum half Gale seeking cup cure for derby blues

8:00am Monday 6th May 2013

Luke Gale says the Bulls cannot wait to bounce back from their derby defeat to Leeds when they travel to London Broncos on Friday.

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Cummins calls for more quality from Bradford Bulls

7:40am Saturday 4th May 2013

Bulls coach Francis Cummins admitted his side lacked quality as champions Leeds romped to a 42-22 win at the Provident Stadium last night.

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Bradford Bulls chastened by Leeds Rhinos masterclass

6:10am Saturday 4th May 2013

Francis Cummins’ team had matched Leeds blow for blow in a classic 18-18 draw at Headingley six weeks ago. Last night they were left on the ropes after being blown away during an exhilarating opening 40 minutes from the champions.

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Bradford Bulls prop Manase so chuffed at Exiles call-up

9:00am Friday 3rd May 2013

Manase Manuokafoa could barely conceal his pride after being named in the Exiles squad for next month’s International Origin match against England.

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Diskin says Bradford Bulls far from finished product

8:30am Friday 3rd May 2013

After failing to make the play-offs since 2008 and flirting with oblivion last year, the Bulls’ form in the first half of 2013 is not to be sniffed at.

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Bradford Bulls coach Cummins: We'll beat Leeds if we're at our best

7:00am Friday 3rd May 2013

Francis Cummins is convinced the Bulls can overcome arch-rivals Leeds tonight – provided they hit top form.

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Bradford Bulls: Size matters to L'Estrange

11:00am Thursday 2nd May 2013

Heath L’Estrange has urged fans to turn out in force tomorrow night as the Bulls seek to cut deadly rivals Leeds down to size.

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Bulls are back on the rise - Leeds Rhinos coach McDermott

6:30am Thursday 2nd May 2013

Brian McDermott was at Odsal earlier this week to give his thoughts on the latest derby between Bradford and Leeds.

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Bradford Bulls granted 2014 licence

6:30am Wednesday 1st May 2013

Gerry Sutcliffe believes the Bulls can move forward with confidence after their Super League status for 2014 was finally rubber-stamped by the Rugby Football League.

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Blythe back to boost Bradford Bulls

2:15pm Wednesday 1st May 2013

Matty Blythe has been named in the Bulls' 19-man squad for Friday's home clash with derby rivals Leeds.

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Bradford Bulls: Sign me up for the long-term – Addy

6:50am Tuesday 30th April 2013

Danny Addy has revealed he is due to begin contract talks with the Bulls within the next week.

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Mere effort not enough for Bradford Bulls

7:30am Monday 29th April 2013

Francis Cummins admitted a lack of composure proved the Bulls’ downfall as they slipped to a 32-4 defeat at Super League title hopefuls Warrington.

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Bradford Bulls lack guile to end run of defeats by Wolves

7:00am Monday 29th April 2013

The final scoreline was harsh but this was still another harsh lesson.

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Bradford Bulls trio handed Exiles reward

8:20am Saturday 27th April 2013

Francis Cummins has paid tribute to Jarrod Sammut, Heath L’Estrange and Manase Manuokafoa following their inclusion in the Exiles squad ahead of tomorrow’s trip to Warrington.

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Bradford Bulls loanee Evans not planning change of attitude for Super League debut against parent club

6:30am Saturday 27th April 2013

There are not too many players who win full international honours before making their Super League debut.

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Bradford Bulls: Sing if you’re winning!

6:00am Saturday 27th April 2013

Jay Willey has vowed to sing on the pitch at Odsal if Bulls fans pack out the famous old stadium for next Friday’s home clash with Leeds.