The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Batley Bulldogs at 1.30 — an implied 71% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Batley Bulldogs: opened 1.32, closed 1.30 (71%)
• Swinton Lions: opened 3.55, closed 3.65 (25%)
• Draw: opened 24.00, closed 27.00 (3%)

Half-time: Swinton Lions 6 - 6 Batley Bulldogs.

Batley Bulldogs — recent form

• 2026-07-03Batley Bulldogs 14-20 Oldham

Swinton Lions — recent form

• 2026-07-05Halifax Blue Sox 30-22 Swinton Lions