Both teams fielded their strongest-available lineup to start Ash Handley’s testimonial game before making a host of changes after the break, giving several academy players a taste of first team action. Handley was one of four try scorers for Leeds, who led 12-4 at half-time. Rhinos picked up a couple of injuries, but there were some good individual performances. Here’s how the Leeds players rated.
7. Stand-off: Brodie Croft (no 6)
Classy moments, including a nice ball to put James McDonnell into space and clever long pass for Hall’s try, though he also conceded a penalty with a high tackle 8 Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
8. Scrum-half: Matt Frawley (no 7)
Nothing spectacular, but kept things ticking over and came up with some smart kicks, including a 40-20 7 Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
9. Prop: Mikolaj Oledzki (no 8)
Ran hard and straight, contributed well to Leeds’ strong start 7 Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
10. Hooker: Andy Ackers (no 9)
Nice pass from acting-half for Leeds’ second try and made one midfield break 6 Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
11. Prop: Keenan Palasia (no 10)
Encouraging signs, got Leeds on the front foot in both spells 7 Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
12. Second-row: James Bentley (no 11)
One high tackle, but some strong running and worked hard in defence 7 Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com