1 month ago 21st Jul 13:24
Sam Burgess is unlikely to feature in the World Cup.
Steve McNamara confirmed on Sunday that Burgess requires shoulder surgery.
Burgess played in the Bulls' 24-10 victory against Wakefield on Sunday, but McNamara said the player was not in danger of causing further damage to a shoulder in need of reconstructive surgery.
Burgess, who was named Super League's Young Player of the Season in 2007, signed a new three-year contract at the Odsal Stadium in June.
He made his England debut in the recent 56-8 win over France and looked certain to be a key player in their World Cup campaign if he fit.
Tony Smith's side face Papua New Guinea in the opening game of the tournament in Australia on 25 October, and also face Australia and New Zealand in the toughest group of the 10-team competition.
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