Catalans Dragons secured a 34-24 victory over Bradford Bulls in Betfred Super League action, extending their recent run of form with a third win in their last four matches.
The French outfit dominated the opening 40 minutes, establishing a commanding 22-10 halftime lead through a four-try burst that proved decisive in securing the result. Zac Lipowicz, Josh Allen, Julian Bousquet, and Solomona Faataape all crossed the try line in the first half, combining to build a platform that Bradford struggled to overcome.
Dominant First Half Sets Foundation
The home side’s control during the opening period proved crucial to the final outcome. The contribution of the four try-scorers in the first half provided Catalans with sufficient breathing room despite Bradford’s second-half resistance. The visitors managed to reduce the deficit after the interval but could not mount a complete comeback against their French opponents.
Bradford’s Second-Half Push Falls Short
While Bradford Bulls fought back to score 24 points across the full 80 minutes, they could not bridge the gap created during a lopsided first half. The English club’s second-half improvement demonstrated resilience, yet ultimately proved insufficient against a Catalans side that had already built a commanding advantage.
Kruise Leeming and Charlie Staines were among the key contributors for the visitors, though their efforts could not prevent the defeat. Catalans’ performance showcased the attacking prowess that has defined their recent resurgence in Super League competition.
The victory maintains Catalans Dragons’ upward trajectory in the competition, cementing their status among the league’s competitive forces through the strength of their recent results.