Concussion has claimed two victims from each squad and both have a player serving a ban following last weekend’s Betfred Super League rivals round, when Rhinos won at Castleford Tigers and Warrington were beaten by visitors Catalans Dragons. Including updates on Kieran Hudson and Max Simpson, here’s who is definitely unavailable for the game because of injury or suspension and when they could be back on the field.
7. Joe Philbin (Warrington)
A failed head injury assessment last week means the forward automatically misses this Friday's game. He could be available for next weekend's Betfred Challenge Cup quarter-final at St Helens. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
8. Justin Sangare (Rhinos)
Rhinos' French Test prop was suspended for one match following an incident in the win at Castleford last week. He will be available for the game at home to Huddersfield Giants on Friday, April 19. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
9. Max Simpson (Rhinos)
The teenage centre has not played since suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury in pre-season last year. Coach Rohan Smith said: "There's no time frame for Max, he still has a few physical markers to cover. [It] could be soon, might be a bit longer. He is training well." Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
10. Luke Thomas (Warrington)
The forward will miss the whole of 2024 after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury in pre-season. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
11. Paul Vaughan (Warrington)
Warrington's pack leader is beginning a two-match ban which will also keep him out of next weekend's Challenge Cup tie at St Helens. He will be available for the home game against Leigh Leopards in Super League round nine. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com