Smith has named every available first team player in his matchday 21 and they are all expected to get a run out at some stage. With centre Paul Momirovski due back from leave in Australia next week and several others close to a return from injury, Sunday’s starting side could be different to the one which faces Salford Red Devils in Betfred Super League round one 12 days later. Prop is the big issue this week, with only one member of the 21 –Mikolaj Oledzki – having started a competitive game for Rhinos in that position. Here’s how Rhinos could line up on Donaldson’s big day.
7. Scrum-half: Matt Frawley
Will be keen to build combinations with his half-back partner Croft in their first game together. Photo: Steve Riding
8. Prop: Mikolaj Oledzki
Got some minutes under his belt against Bradford Bulls last week and will be keen to kick on from that. Photo: Steve Riding
9. Hooker: Andy Ackers
Was man of the match in his first Leeds appearance, on Boxing Day. Photo: James Hardisty
10. Prop: James Donaldson
He has never started a game at prop for Leeds, but it's his testimonial so he deserves to be in the 13 somewhere. Photo: Simon Hulme
11. Second-row: Morgan Gannon.
After a failed head injury assessment on Boxing Day, the 20-year-old will be anxious for some game time ahead of the new campaign. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
12. Second-row: Rhyse Martin
The Papua New Guinea captain spent most of last season at centre, but is set for a return to his specialist role. Photo: Simon Hulme