Castleford Tigers vs Bradford Bulls Preview: Team News & Prediction | 2026 Super League | Regular Season
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It will be interesting to see how Castleford Tigers respond against Bradford Bulls after being thrashed by Warrington Wolves last time out.
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Castleford Tigers team news: Two new absentees
Whilst Castleford Tigers do welcome back Krystian Mapapalangi, they have lost the duo of Jack Ashworth and Joe Stimson through head injuries, the pair joining a lengthy list of injured players.
Squad: Semi Valemei, Zac Cini, Darnell McIntosh, Mikaele Ravalawa, Daejarn Asi, Tom Weaver, Renouf Atoni, George Lawler, Jordan Lane, Brock Greacen, Joe Westerman, Aiden Doolan, Jason Qareqare, Krystian Mapapalangi, Jenson Windley, Sam Hall, Jimmy Beckett, Ashton Golding, George Hirst
Bradford Bulls team news: Big names back
Bradford Bulls head to Castleford with a stronger squad compared to last week with Loghan Lewis, Waqa Blake, Brandon Douglas and Rowan Milnes all back in the fold.
Squad: Andy Ackers, Caleb Aekins, Guy Armitage, Chris Atkin, Waqa Blake, Ed Chamberlain, Brandon Douglas, Sam Hallas, Luke Hooley, Loghan Lewis, Esan Marsters, Joe Mellor, Rowan Milnes, Jayden Nikorima, Jack Ormondroyd, Leon Ruan, Ethan Ryan, Phoenix Steinwede, Ryan Sutton, Connor Wynne
Castleford Tigers vs Bradford Bulls prediction
Castleford Tigers let themselves down at the Halliwell Jones Stadium, losing 72-6 and Ryan Carr did not mix his words after the game. Back at home, they have to respond strongly and we should see a much-improved showing against Bradford Bulls, who despite starting the Super League season really well, are yet to win away from home in two attempts.
Each of the Tigers’ last three in all competitions has seen them fail to reach double-figures when it comes to points scored. Combine that with their spate of injuries currently and it’s hard to see them turning things around quickly, even if their performances at least get better. Sustaining over 80 minutes is a different challenge altogether and this is a golden opportunity for the Bulls to finally grab that illusive away win.
Castleford Tigers vs Bradford Bulls tip: Bradford Bulls to win
