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- ↑ "Chris Marland – Career Stats & Summary – Rugby League Project". Rugbyleagueproject.org.
- ↑ "Rugby League Tables / Chris Marland Statistics".
- ↑ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN 1875169571
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