Going into Betfred Super League round eight, Rhinos have no injuries among their first-choice players and Arthur has been able to loan an England international - Harry Newman - to rivals Hull FC to keep him match fit. Forward Tom Nicholson-Watton’s recall in place of Newman is the only change to the 21-man squad named before Rhinos’ win at Bradford Bulls two weeks ago.
Newman’s omission shows the strength in Rhinos’ backs, but there might be changes in the pack and on the bench as Arthur aims to share the workload among his forwards. Here’s how Rhinos could line up.
13. Second-row: Chris Hankinson.
Went well in the pack last time out; isn’t first-choice in the outside-backs and Arthur feels he’s wasted on the bench. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
14. Loose-forward: Kallum Watkins
Likely to remain in this role, if Hankinson continues in the second-row. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
15. Sub: Tom Holroyd
Has done a solid job this term, whether starting - like last time - or as a sub. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
16. Sub: Keenan Palasia
Another one who could start or be among the replacements; Rhinos have a strong bench if it’s the latter. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
17. Sub: Cameron Smith
Arguably Rhinos’ best player at Bradford, coming off the bench. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
18. Sub: Danny Levi
Was good as a sub at Odsal and it probably makes sense for him to repeat the role against his old club, if Smith is among the replacements Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com