Former NRL player Luke Bateman criticizes gambling practices, revealing he lost significant money while battling addiction.
Luke Bateman, a former NRL player, has made startling allegations regarding his interactions with gambling companies during his battle with addiction.
At 32, Bateman played a total of 71 NRL matches with the Canberra Raiders from 2015 to 2019.
During his struggles, he reportedly lost five figures each month, leaving him financially strained despite his professional status.
Since retiring from the NRL due to injury, Bateman has been an outspoken critic of gambling practices, sharing his experiences at a recent senate inquiry.