CRAIG LINGARD

Samy Kibula (middle) in action for Batley during this year's 1895 Cup final at Wembley. Picture by Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com.

'A tough middle': Tigers sign ex-Wigan forward Kibula

Former Leeds Rhinos star Danny McGuire is joining Castleford Tigers as an assistant-coach. Picture by Paul Currie/SWpix.com.

Rhinos legend McGuire joins Tigers as Lingard is appointed coach

Luke Hooley scores for Rhinos during their Headingley win over Warrington in August. Picture by John Clifton/SWpix.com.

Tigers sign Rhinos full-back Hooley

Josh Hodson, left and Batley teammate James Meadows tackle Leigh's Edwin Ipape during a Championship game in 2022. Picture by John Clifton/SWpix.com.

'I want to challenge myself': Tigers sign prolific Championship try-scorer

Luke Hooley seen scoring for Rhinos against Warrington last month. Picture by John Clifton/SWpix.com.

Rhinos boss Smith comments on Hooley to Tigers speculation

Elliot Kear touches down for Batley, but the 1895 Cup went to Halifax. Picture by Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com.

Bulldogs 10 Panthers 12: last-gasp missed kick proves crucial in 1895 Cup final

Batley Bulldogs coach Craig Lingard. Picture by Ed Sykes/SWpix.com.

Bulldogs ready for Wembley glory says boss Lingard

Danny Ward is back in Super League with Castleford. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Castleford appoint Danny Ward and bring in new assistant for survival mission

Luke Hooley made his Rhinos debut at Hull KR in March. Picture by Bruce Rollinson.

Rhinos confirm Hooley decision ahead of 1895 Cup final

Rhinos coach Rohan Smith, pictured, will liaise with Batley boss Craig Lingard about Luke Hooley's availability for Saturday's 1895 Cup final.
Picture by Bruce Rollinson

Rhinos' Luke Hooley waiting for Wembley decision

Time was up for Andy Last, pictured earlier this season, following Tigers' home defeat by Huddersfeld on Friday. Picture by Ed Sykes/SWpix.com.

Tigers axe Last after going bottom of Super League

Luke Hooley in his only first team appeance for Rhinos so far, away to Hull KR in March. Picture Bruce Rollinson.

Joy for Rhinos and Tigers men as Bulldogs make history in 1895 Cup

Craig Lingard. Picture by Ed Sykes/SWpix.com.

West Yorkshire Championship boss joins Tigers as assistant-coach

Andy Last. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com.

Five candidates to replace Radford as Tigers boss

Josh Hardcastle - scored two tries in Featherstone Rovers' 20-20 draw at Batley Bulldogs. Picture: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com.

Bulldogs and Rovers share points but Rams are pipped

Lee Crooks will help make the draw for the sixth round of the Challenge Cup at Elland Road on Monday.

Elland Road to host Challenge Cup sixth round draw on Monday

Off: Batley coach Craig Lingard saw the Bulldogs' pitch churned up against York last weekend. Picture by Ed Sykes/SWpix.com

Batley match postponed with Craig Lingard concerned about players’ welfare

Batley's James Meadows who misses this weekend's game after being hurt in the win over Halifax. Picture by James Hardisty.

Bulldogs aiming to back up as Rams chase first win

Winner: Batley coach Craig Lingard saw his side get off to a winning start against Halifax. Picture by Ed Sykes/SWpix.com

We got our reward in the end, says Batley's Lingard

Winning start: Batley Bulldogs' players Tom Lillycrop, left, and Adam Gledhill celebrate their win over Halifax Panthers. Picture: James Hardisty

Batley Bulldogs 30 Halifax Panthers 18: Bulldogs come storming back to win a Cha...

Batley Bulldogs head coach Craig Lingard. Picture: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com

Batley optimistic they can replicate play-off place during 2022 campaign

Picture by Ed Sykes/SWpix.com - 20/03/2021 - Rugby League - Betfred Challenge Cup Round 1 - Halifax Panthers v Batley Bulldogs - The Shay Stadium, Halifax, England - Batley Bulldogs head coach Craig Lingard

Injuries leave Bulldogs short for Giants tussle - Rams well beaten by Robins

Bulldogs' medics are checking on Jonny Campbell, who suffered a shoulder problem against Bradford. Picture by Ash Allen/SWpix.com.

Bulldogs boss 'really pleased' with win over Bulls

New Batley signing James Meadows has picked up a slight shoulder injury in training. Picture by Paul Currie/SWpix.com.

Injury concern for Bulldogs recruit ahead of Rams derby

Jodie Broughton in action for Leeds during a nines competition in 2009. Picture by Jonathan Gawthorpe.

Ex-Rhinos winger Broughton announces retirement

Oli Burton. Picture by Craig Hawkhead Photography.

Rhinos youngster joins Bulldogs

NEW ARRIVAL: Perry Whiteley. Picture: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com

Batley Bulldogs sign winger from York City Knights for 2022 season

Oli Burton in action for Rhinos' academy against Newcastle Thunder. Picture by Craig Hawkhead Photography.

Batley go for a Burton in Championship semi-final

Batley Bulldogs’ Craig Lingard and Featherstone Rovers’ Craig Hall scoop Champio...

Batley Bulldogs head coach Craig Lingard. Picture: SWpix.com.

Batley Bulldogs v Bradford Bulls: How Batley pulled off an unlikely play-off cha...

Craig Lingard. Picture by Ed Sykes/SWpix.com

Kaye-o blow rocks Bulldogs ahead of Rams derby

Batley Bulldogs' Mount Pleasant stadium overlooking local countryside. Picture: Gareth Copley/Getty Images.

Batley Bulldogs developing blueprint for success – Peter Smith

Craig Lingard. Picture: Ed Sykes\SWpix.com

Batley Bulldogs expecting tough test from Sheffield Eagles

Batley Bulldogs head coach Craig Lingard. Picture: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com.

Batley Bulldogs boss Craig Lingard’s got his sights set on the play-offs

Batley Bulldogs head coach Craig Lingard. Picture: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com.

Batley Bulldogs v Featherstone Rovers: Derby clash is a ‘free hit’ for in-form B...

HEAD COACH: Craig Lingard. Picture: Ed Sykes\SWpix.com.

Widnes 16 Batley 34 - Bulldogs take huge step towards play-off place

HEAD COACH: Craig Lingard. Picture: Ed Sykes\SWpix.com.

Batley Bulldogs aim to put one foot in Championship play-offs

Jack Blagbrough was among Bulldogs' try scorers in the win over Dewsbury. Picture by Ed Sykes/SWpix.com.

Crunch time for Bulldogs - next two games vital says boss

Levi Edwards. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com.

'Sky's the limit' for Rhinos youngster

Batley Bulldogs head coach Craig Lingard. Picture: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com

Batley Bulldogs aim for return to winning ways against Dewsbury Rams

HEAD COACH: Craig Lingard. Picture: Ed Sykes\SWpix.com.

Batley's clash with Bradford will be won down the middle, believes head coach

HEAD COACH: Craig Lingard. Picture: Ed Sykes\SWpix.com.

Batley Bulldogs staying wary of in-form Halifax Panthers