I have to say that I am extremely suspicious of the motives of the ABC consortium in wanting to buy the Bulls.
Firstly, why would they want to buy them for love of the game? It is not a sport which the Asian community is generally interested in. They are more interested in Cricket and Hockey. I have seen very few Asian players over the years and very few Asian supporters at games.
Secondly, if it's not for the sport do they see a lucrative investment opportunity? I very much doubt it. How many professional sport's clubs make a profit and especially RL clubs?
Thirdly, they are stipulating that they must be allowed to buy back the Odsal lease from the RFL and the Bulls must be guaranteed a new license. Why can't they just continue to rent Odsal for the time being, it would greatly reduce their initial outlay?
I may sound suspicious and cynical but I strongly suspect that ownership of Odsal is their primary aim and the license application is just a shrewd distraction from that purpose.