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Wests Tigers release John Bateman

Wests Tigers has released John Bateman from the remaining two years of his contract, paving the way for a new deal at North Queensland Cowboys.

Bateman played 32 NRL games for Wests Tigers in two seasons after joining the club on a four-year-deal ahead of the 2023 season.

Wests Tigers CEO Shane Richardson has thanked Bateman for his services.

“On behalf of everyone at the club I want to thank John and wish him all the very best with his future.”

Wests Tigers kick off their 2025 NRL season against the Knights at Campbelltown Sports Stadium on Friday 7th March.

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Wests Tigers respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on.

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