Trinity hit back from 12-0 down at half-time to lead 16-12 with seven minutes left, only for Leeds to snatch an 18-16 victory through teenager George Brown’s last-gasp try, which Jack Sinfield converted. Rhinos fielded their strongest-available lineup in the first half, before young and fringe players got a taste of playing in front of a big crowd after the break. Here’s how the 28 players on duty for Rhinos’ rated.
7. Stand-off: Brodie Croft (no 6)
Lively, one lovely break in the first half 7 Photo: Tony Johnson
8. Scrum-half: Matt Frawley (no 7)
Involved in the first try, one decent break, but kicking could’ve been better 6 Photo: Tony Johnson
9. Prop: Mikolaj Oledzki (no 8)
Ran hard, got Leeds on the front foot in his opening stint; got over the line but was held up in the second half 8 Photo: Tony Johnson
10. Hooker: Andy Ackers (no 9)
Probably got more game time than expected, but was typically solid if nothing particularly spectacular 6 Photo: Tony Johnson
11. Prop: Keenan Palasia (no 10)
Decent start, caught the eye with some strong carries in the opening quarter 8 Photo: Tony Johnson
12. Second-row: James Bentley (no 11)
Made one error, but worked hard 7 Photo: Tony Johnson