It is a huge game for Rhinos who will cut the gap between them and fifth-placed Catalans to two points if they can repeat the home win they recorded in March. They will have to do it without top try scorer Ash Handley, who has undergone surgery on a hand and will miss the rest of this season.
Alfie Edgell and Riley Lumb are vying to take Handley’s place on the left-wing this week and stand-off Brodie Croft is back in contention after missing last Saturday’s defeat by Warrington Wolves on compassionate grounds. Here’s how Rhinos could line up.
13. Second-row: Rhyse Martin
Ever-present in 2024 and, barring late accidents, that won't change this week. Photo: John Clifton/SWpix.com
14. Loose-forward: Cameron Smith
Jarrod O'Connor is snapping at his heels, but it'll be a surprise if Leeds' captain doesn't start. Photo: Steve Riding
15. Sub: Jarrod O'Connor
Coach Brad Arthur likes O'Connor's value off the bench, coming on at hooker or loose-forward, so he'll probably continue that role this week. Photo: Steve Riding
16. Sub: James Bentley
Expected to continue his new role as replacement 'middle'. Photo: John Clifton/SWpix.com
17. Sub: James Donaldson
Will leave the club at the end of this season, but is still needed to do a job as replacement prop. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
18. Sub: Mickael Goudemand
Was 18th man last week, but might get a recall against his previous club. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com