York Knights defeat Bradford Bulls to secure Super League season success

Super League Rugby League York Knights Bradford Bulls wooden spoon

York Knights secured a 35-16 victory over the Bradford Bulls, a result that likely confirms the Bulls as the bottom-placed team in the Super League, earning them the wooden spoon. Despite an early lead by Bradford, the Knights dominated the second half with tries from Scott Galeano, Ben Jones-Bishop, Toa Mata’afa, Jesse Dee, Xavier Va’a, and David Nofoaluma.

The match served as a significant milestone for several players. Veteran prop Paul Vaughan played his final game before retirement, concluding his career with a drop goal. Additionally, winger Ben Jones-Bishop made his 400th career appearance.

For York Knights, the win marks the conclusion of a successful debut Super League season. Operating with reduced central funding compared to other promoted sides, the club is expected to finish 10th in the table.

Entities

Ben Jones-Bishop · Bradford Bulls · Mark Applegarth · Paul Vaughan · York Knights

Sources

York Knights sign second NRL forward to cap off successful first Super League season - Serious About Rugby League [www.seriousaboutrl.com]

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Knights to remember, Bulls' wooden spoon, legends sign off, and more York Knights v Bradford Bulls talking points - Serious About Rugby League [www.seriousaboutrl.com]

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York Knights end season in style and hand Bradford Bulls wooden spoon – Total Rugby League [www.totalrl.com]

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