However , he was unable to play for the Bulls as his visa was denied .
On 17 January 2009 , Bird signed a 1 - year contract with the Bradford Bulls starting in the same year after being released from his contract with the Sharks the day before .
Bird was unable to play for the Bradford Bulls as Bird 's visa was denied .
On 17 January 2009 , Bird signed a 1 - year contract with the Bradford Bulls starting in the same year after being released from his contract with the Sharks the day before .