The front-row remains Rhinos’ major area of concern ahead of Saturday’s visit of Catalans Dragons. Sam Lisone and James Donaldson are both suspended and Mikolaj Oledzki remains on the casualty list for a second successive game with a shoulder injury. But there’s good news in the shape of England prop Tom Holroyd who is set to make his first appearance since undergoing knee surgery last year.
Full-back Lachie Miller, who was a late withdrawal from the side beaten at Hull KR last week because of illness, is also in contention and second-rower James McDonnell is in contention for his 2024 debut, following a hamstring issue. Here’s how Rhinos could line up.
13. Second-row: Rhyse Martin
Set to achieve the same milestone as his fellow second-rower. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
14. Loose-forward Cameron Smith
Only injury would force a change here. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
15. Sub: Jarrod O'Connor
Set to continue his ever-present record under coach Rohan Smith Photo: Steve Riding
16. Sub: Tom Holroyd
Given Rhinos' front-row woes, they desperately need Holroyd back in the 17 for the first time since he had knee surgery last year. Might start, but coach Rohan Smith likes to bring players back from injury off the bench. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
17. Sub: James McDonnell
Likely to make his first Super League appearance this term following a hamstring twist. Photo: Steve Riding
18. Sub: Tom Nicholson-Watton
Missed out to fellow rookie Leon Ruan last week, though he only made a cameo appearance in the closing 10 minutes. Nicholson-Watton, an out-and-out prop, might get the nod this time. Photo: Steve Riding