Ever-present loose-forward/captain Cameron Smith is serving a one-match ban and a rib injury aggravated against Salford Red Devils last week has ruled out prop Mikolaj Oledzki. Winger Ash Handley has been named in Rhinos’ initial squad, but won’t play because of a wrist injury, coach Brad Arthur has revealed. David Fusitu’a, Rhinos’ other first-choice wing, is back in contention following a calf muscle strain and Arthur confirmed rookie forwardsTom Nicholson-Watton and Ben Littlewood will come into the 17. Here’s how Rhinos could line up.
7. Stand-off: Brodie Croft
Has only missed one game since joining Rhinos from Salford in pre-season. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
8. Scrum-half: Matt Frawley
Will be looking to continue a run of good form since Brad Arthur came in as coach. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
9. Prop: Justin Sangare
Returned from injury last week in the starting side, played only the opening quarter, but can expect more game time on Saturday. Photo: Bruce Roillinson
10. Hooker: Andy Ackers
Likely to make a third successive start and could be in for the full-80. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
11. Sub: Sam Lisone
Coach Brad Arthur has revealed Lisone will start, for only the sixth time in 42 games for Leeds. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
12. Second-row: James McDonnell
Hasn't missed a game since Super League round two. Photo: Bruce Rollinson