Super League tie ends in distressing scenes with forward stretchered from field

Bradford Bulls forward Will Gardiner, 25, was stretchered off the field during a Super League match against St Helens at Odsal on June 27, 2026, after suffering a serious head injury from a heavy collision at the 78th minute. Medical staff from both teams attended to Gardiner on the pitch, causing a lengthy delay and raising speculation the game might be abandoned. Player of the match Jackson Hastings described it as one of the worst head knocks he had ever witnessed and sent his best wishes to Gardiner and his family.