Coach Brad Arthur has made just one change to the 21-man squad named ahead of last weekend’s defeat at Hull FC with Presley Cassell returning in place of Ben Littlewood. Ethan O’Neill and Jeremiah Mata’utia, who were unused squad members in East Yorkshire, retain their place, but - like Cassell - were set to play in a reserves fixture on Friday.
That doesn’t necessarily mean they won’t be involved in Sunday’s match, but hints towards Arthur giving last week’s team a chance to put things right. The coach has spoken about there being “consequences” of last weekend’s performance in terms of game time, so may be considering switching some players between starting side and bench. Here’s how Rhinos could line up.
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Here's how Rhinos could line up. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
2. Full-back: Lachie Miller
A change at full-back is unlikely. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
3. Wing: Maika Sivo
Will be anxious to make a mark after not scoring last week. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
4. Centre: Jack Bird
Harry Newman hasn’t missed a game in more than a season so it would be a bold move, but he is maybe due a rest and Brad Arthur has said Bird will get more game time this week. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
5. Centre: Ash Handley
He’s had some injury concerns, but the captain has been one of Rhinos’ most consistent players this year. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
6. Wing: Ryan Hall
Missed the Hull game with a knee problem, but could return on Sunday. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com