Hull KR Makes Three Changes to Face Leigh Leopards in Super League Clash

Hull KR has made three changes to their starting lineup for the Super League fixture against Leigh Leopards, with Oliver Gildart ruled out following a failed Head Injury Assessment and Jez Litten sidelined by an ankle issue. A victory would move the Robins within two points of the division's top two teams following Warrington Wolves' recent defeat.

Lineup Adjustments and Injury Impact

Gildart's unavailability has prompted coach Willie Peters to reorganise the backline, shifting Rhyse Martin to centre and moving Dean Hadley to the back row. Sauaso Sue returns to the starting side after serving a suspension last week, while Jai Whitbread has been recalled after being dropped in the previous match. Bill Leyland will provide cover on the bench to replace Litten's absence.

Jordan Dezaria has been named as 18th man, dropping out of the matchday 17. The squad adjustments reflect ongoing injury management, with the club continuing their push up the Super League table after securing victory over York Knights at Craven Park in their last outing.

Leigh Leopards Face Persistent Home Disadvantage

Leigh arrive at Craven Park having struggled significantly in fixtures against Hull KR. Coach Adrian Lam acknowledged the challenge ahead, noting that his side has won just once in their last seven visits to East Hull across all competitions. That solitary victory came early in the 2023 season, with the Leopards suffering defeats of 12-0 and 30-0 in their two most recent trips to the venue.

Lam admitted that injuries have hampered Leigh's efforts on previous occasions but stressed the need to alter their mentality at Craven Park. The Leopards' recent form has been positive, recording their first defeat in seven outings only last month when falling to Hull KR 20-16. Tesi Niu and Umyla Hanley return to the Leopards lineup after missing recent matches.