Rhinos couldn’t deal with Rovers half-back Jordan Abdull’s kicking game, were 14-0 down at the break and conceded again just 18 seconds into the second period.
They managed to score the next two tries, but never looked like pulling the game from the fire. It was a disappointing 80 minutes all round and for a couple of individuals in particular. Here’s how the players rated.
1. Full-back: Luke Hooley (squad number 21)
Hard not to feel for him; a really tough debut in very difficult circumstances 3. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
2. Wing: David Fusitu'a (No 2)
Made a couple of tackles, but didn't really get into the game before his early injury 5 Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
3. Centre: Harry Newman (No 3)
Couldn’t get into the game 4 Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
4. Centre: Rhyse Martin (No 12)
Two good conversions, but otherwise didn’t see much ball 4 . Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
5. Wing: Derrell Olpherts (No 16)
Endured a torrid first-half 3 Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
6. Stand-off: Blake Austin (No 6)
Tried hard without having much success 5 Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com