Rhinos are without suspended front-rower Tom Holroyd, who made a big impact off the bench in last week’s outstanding 14-8 victory at Betfred Super League leaders Hull KR. That is a blow and one of Rhinos’ potential options has been removed with half-back Jack Sinfield ruled out after picking up a knock in the reserves last Sunday. That could mean a return for a senior player after a long spell out of the team. Victory for third-placed Rhinos would be a step towards a top-four finish, opening up a four-point gap over Saints who are currently fifth. Leeds have lost two of the sides’ three previous meetings this year and haven’t beaten Saints at AMT Headingley since August, 2017. Here’s how they could line up.
13. Second-row: Kallum Watkins
Has been named in this position for the last two and it'll be a surprise if that changes. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
14. Loose-forward: Cameron Smith
His coach obviously likes what he offers from the bench, but with a prop suspended, the co-captain could get his first start for since February. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
15. Sub: Sam Lisone
Still here at the moment and has been making a significant impact in his favoured impact sub role. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
16. Sub: James Bentley
Not a lot of game time last week, but will be in the 17 somewhere. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
17. Sub: Keenan Palasia
With Tom Holroyd unavailable, it's likely either Cooper Jenkins or Palasia will switch to the bench so Rhinos have two props among their substitutes. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
18. Sub: Andy Ackers
Yet to feature since recovering from injury last month, but this may be his chance; could come on at hooker with O'Connor moving to 13 if Smith is spelled. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com