Wigan Warriors: John Bateman to miss England's opening Rugby League World Cup game after discovering suspension length

Wigan Warriors’ John Bateman has received a three-match ban for his red card offence in the play-off semi-final against Leeds Rhinos.

By Amos Wynn

Published 21st Sep 2022, 04:55 BST- 1 min read

The 28-year-old was sent off following a late hit on Aidan Sezer, and subsequently handed a Grade D striking charge.

The first game Bateman will serve of his ban is England Knights’ meeting with France B on October 2, after he was named in Paul Anderson’s squad.

He will then miss the World Cup warm-up game against Fiji and the first group game against Samoa.