Match Overview
Zak Hardaker delivered a flawless kicking performance, contributing 12 points for Hull FC in their closely contested Yorkshire derby against Leeds Rhinos.
Scoring Details
Hull FC secured tries from Jake Arthur, Ligi Sao, and Davy Litten, complemented by six successful goal kicks from Zak Hardaker. Leeds Rhinos responded with tries from James McDonnell and Brodie Croft, with four goals kicked by Connor.
Game Summary
Hull FC narrowly defeated Leeds Rhinos in an exhilarating Yorkshire derby, marking their second victory in the 2026 Super League season. The first half was particularly intense, with both teams exchanging leads and accumulating a total of 30 points.
Tries by Arthur, Sao, and Litten, alongside Hardaker's six goals, enabled Hull FC to claim the two points. Leeds managed to take a slim lead at halftime through near-identical tries by McDonnell and Croft within six minutes of each other. However, Hull FC maintained a strong defensive effort in the second half, preventing any further scoring by Leeds and ultimately securing the win.
Team Lineups
Hull FC: Hardaker; Briscoe, Romano, Litten, Martin; Cust, Arthur; Hill, Bourouh, Sao, Bell, Bailey, Asiata.
Interchanges: C Kemp, Fash, Laidlaw, Lisone.
Leeds Rhinos: Miller; Sivo, Newman, Handley, Hankinson; Croft, Connor; Oledzki, Levi, Palasia, Watkins, McDonnell, C. Smith.
Interchanges: Holroyd, Jenkins, O'Connor, Bird.
