Leeds Rhinos got off the mark in Betfred Super League with a gutsy 32-6 win at Salford Red Devils.
Despite trailing 6-0 after two minutes and losing two key players to injury in the first half, the Rhinos outscored their hosts by six tries to one to record a resounding win and claim the two points to take back to Leeds.
Here’s how the 17 Leeds Rhinos players rated.
Leeds Rhinos player ratings
Jake Connor – 8
Disciplined, created two tries with kicks, distributed well.
Riley Lumb – 9
Outstanding, two tries and some brilliant catches under heavy pressure.
Ash Handley – 8
Scored a vital try, won a captain’s challenge had a very strong game.
Harry Newman – 8
Kick led to a try, ran the ball strongly.
Ryan Hall – 7
No attacking chances, but two try-saving tackles, made some strong carries.
Brodie Croft – 7
Ran the ball more and was increasing in threat until a head injury ended his afternoon just before the break.
Matt Frawley – 7
Had a spell off the field, but defied a cut hand to ensure Rhinos had an experienced pivot.
Keenan Palasia – 9
Superb: did the first 65 minutes and the last seven, ran his blood to water.
Andy Ackers – 8
Defended strongly and some very good distribution.
Cooper Jenkins – 7
Had two spells on his Super League debut and did okay, if nothing spectacular.
James McDonnell – 8
One brilliant catch under pressure on Leeds’ line, worked hard in defence.
James Bentley – 7
Had a really poor start, but redeemed himself with a fantastic tackle to force a knock-on and his terrific try.
Cameron Smith – 7
Was strong up the middle, worked very hard but limped off after 36 minutes and didn’t return.
Subs
Sam Lisone – 5
Got 10 minutes midway through the second half.
Tom Holroyd – 8
Made a real impact, ran hard and strong.
Jarrod O’Connor – 7
Played at loose-forward and did a steady job.
Morgan Gannon – 9
Excellent impact, scored a try and involved in two others, playing in the halves for a spell.
It is a comprehensive win for the Rhinos as they secure the victory against Salford
Salford Red Devils 6 – 32 Rhinos
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