After being hit by front-row problems in the opening three three games, Rhinos could have numbers eight and 10 on duty together for the first time this season with Mikolaj Oledzki set to return from a two-match layoff because of a shoulder injury. Derrell Olpherts’ return to the initial 21 means fellow winger David Fusitu’a is the only back on Rhinos’ casualty roster. There are still issues among the forwards, with James Bentley joining Sam Lisone and James Donaldson on the banned list and Morgan Gannon unavailable because of concussion, but Smith looks set to field a strong side. Here’s how Rhinos could line up.
1. Leeds Rhinos
A third win from four games will be the target when Rohan Smith's side visit Leigh Leopards on Friday. Photo: Steve Riding
2. Full-back: Lachie Miller
Returned from illness last week and, after a shaky start, had a good game. Photo: Steve Riding
3. Wing: Luis Roberts
Likely to make a fourth successive appearance, against his hometown club. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
4. Centre: Harry Newman
Had his best game of the season last week and has scored in the last two. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
5. Centre: Paul Momirovski
The new signing has made a solid start and is on course for a fourth successive appearance. Photo: Steve Riding
6. Wing: Ash Handley
Super League's most in form player will be more than half way to last year's try total of 11 if he scores for a fourth consecutive game. Photo: Steve Riding