Injuries mean Rhinos are without winger Maika Sivo, centres Ash Handley and Max Simpson, outside-backs Chris Hankinson and Alfie Edgell, second-row James McDonnell and props Keenan Palasia and Jeremiah Mata’utia for the Betfred Challenge Cup third round tie. In addition, full-back Lachie Miller and scrum-half Jake Connor are both rested.
New signings Ethan O’Neill and Danny Levi are set for their debut, along with academy player of the year George Brown and young half-back Fergus McCormack. Three other teenagers have been drafted into coach Brad Arthur’s 21-man squad for the first time. Here’s how Rhinos could line up.
1. Full-back: George Brown
The teenager is a specialist half, but could make his first team debut as last line of defence. Photo: Steve Riding
2. Wing: Riley Lumb
With Maika Sivo and Chris Hankinson both ruled out, the youngster should get an early chance to make his mark. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
3. Centre: Ned McCormack
Injuries in the outside-backs have opened the door for the former rugby union man to make his fourth first team appearance, the day before his 22nd birthday. Photo: Steve Riding
4. Centre: Harry Newman
The England man will bring experience to a makeshift backline. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
5. Wing: Ryan Hall
Another old head in a youthful back division. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
6. Stand-off: Ethan O'Neill
If George Brown starts at full-back, someone will have to play out of position in the halves and the Aussie second-rower, who'll be making his debut, could get the nod. Photo: Steve Riding