Last weekend’s 20-12 loss to Hull KR was Rhinos’ second successive defeat and they remain four points outside the Betfred Super League play-offs with nine rounds remaining in the regular season. Coach Brad Arthur has made just one change to his 21-man squad, forward Ben Littlewood replacing winger David Fusitu’a who is ruled out through injury. He has joined Tom Holroyd, Justin Sangare, Mickael Goudemand, Morgan Gannon, Max Simpson, Ned McCormack and Riley Lumb on the casualty list. Here’s how Rhinos could line up at John Smith’s Stadium.
13. Second-row: Rhyse Martin
Hasn't missed a game so far this year. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
14. Loose-forward: Cameron Smith
Limped off late in last Saturday's game, but is in the squad and will maintain his ever-present record if fit. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
15. Sub: Jarrod O'Connor
Dropped to the bench last week, though he got long game time, much of it at loose-forward, after James McDonnell went off. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
16. Sub: James Donaldson
Made a successful comeback last week following five months on the sidelines with a neck injury. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
17. Sub: Sam Lisone
Likely to continue in his favoured impact role. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
18. Sub: James Bentley
Has been given the all-clear from a concussion sustained in March. Will probably make his return off the bench, but is a starting option if James McDonnell can't play. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com