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Leeds-born forward Tom Nicholson-Watton is the surprise name in Rhinos’ squad for Sunday’s pre-season visit of Bradford Bulls.

The 20-year-old also featured against Wakefield Trinity on Boxing Day and is the only Leeds player on duty this weekend from outside the full-time squad.

Having played youth rugby for Guiseley Rangers and Stanningley, Nicholson-Watton joined Rhinos’ scholarship in 2018 and captained the under-16s the following year.

He stepped up to the academy in 2020 and was a reserve grade player last season.

Tom Nicholson-Watton played for Rhinos against Wakefield on Boxing Day. Picture by Steve Riding.

He was capped by England at under-16 level and played for Yorkshire academy two years ago.

Name: Tom Nicholson-Watton.

Place of birth: Leeds.

Date of birth: December 13, 2002.

Position: Prop

Former clubs: Guiseley Rangers, Stanningley.

Weight: 15st 2lb (97kg).

Height: 5ft 9ins (1.81m).

Leeds Rhinos news: introducing Tom Nicholson-Watton - surprise name in squad to face Bradford Bulls