Hooker Danny Levi (neck) and second-row Chris Hankinson (head) both picked up injuries in the defeat at Castleford Tigers last weekend, but number nine Jarrod O’Connor is back in contention after a one-match concussion layoff and centre Ned McCormack has been drafted into the initial 21. With Ash Handley, Ryan Hall and Keenan Palasia still on the casualty list, here’s how Rhinos could line up.
7. Stand-off: Brodie Croft
Now on 22 tries for the season, from 19 appearances. Photo: Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com
8. Scrum-half: Jake Connor
Didn’t pack his kicking boots last week, but still the competition’s top points and goals scorer. Photo: Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com
9. Prop: Mikolaj Oledzki
Arthur may rotate his middle-men, but it’ll be a surprise if Oledzki doesn’t start. Photo: Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com
10. Hooker: Jarrod O'Connor
Will return after concussion and, as the only specialist hooker in the 21, likely to get a lot of game time. Photo: Callum Pilkington/SWpix.com
11. Prop: Cooper Jenkins
Set to retain his starting spot. Photo: Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com
12. Second-row: James McDonnell
Scored two tries in defeat last week and was Rhinos’ best player. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com