John Bateman could miss the start of the NRL season after undergoing shoulder surgery.
The Canberra and England star revealed the news on Thursday after undergoing an operation in Australia.
While an exact return date isn't clear, Canberra are hopeful his time off the field will be minimal, with a more clear picture expected nearer to the staAlready a subscriber? Log in here
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