The good news is second-rower James McDonnell’s return from a pectoral muscle injury, but Leeds are without two of the backs who featured in their previous game, a home loss to Hull FC a fortnight ago. Ash Handley, who was standing in at number one in place of another casualty Lachie Miller, has a back injury and a hamstring issue means centre Jack Bird also won’t play.
Hooker Danny Levi remains on the injury list, along with outside-back Alfie Edgell and forward Ben Littlewood, but teenage pivot George Brown has been drafted into Rhinos’ initial squad, as has centre Ned McCormack. Here’s how Rhinos could line up for the Betfred Super League play-off.
7. Stand-off: Brodie Croft
The veteran is aiming to reach his eighth Grand Final. Photo: Paul Currie/SWpix.com
8. Scrum-half: Jake Connor
Rhinos’ player of the year hasn’t missed a game since Super League round one. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
9. Prop: Mikolaj Oledzki
Another player set to for a final home appearance with Leeds. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
10. Hooker: Jarrod O'Connor
Will probably play the full 80, for the ninth consecutive game. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
11. Prop: Matt Lodge
Made his first start the previous game and likely to continue. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
12. Second-row: James McDonnell
The Dream Team man’s return from injury gives Rhinos a welcome boost before his move to Perth at the end of the season. Photo: Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com