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Leeds Rhinos player ratings as Jarrod O'Connor delivers heroic display in fightback

Richie Myler - 5: Harshly sin-binned which didn't help the Rhinos but otherwise had a quiet afternoon.

Nene Macdonald - 6: Played an important role in Leeds' strong spell in the first half but also dropped a bomb that Jake Connor kicked a penalty goal from, and was denied by McGillvary in the corner.

Harry Newman - 7: His defence is still a little bit off the standards he'd like but he was a constant menace with the ball and his work rate and energy are admirable. Some errors in there, but then some brilliance, such as the break that created Martin's try. Spectacular stuff.

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Rhyse Martin - 5: Quiet. Very quiet in fact. Played at centre and was barely seen barring finishing a walk in. Missed both of his conversions too.

Ash Handley - 6: Had a good battle with Jermaine McGillvary. Didn't always end up on the right side of it but did alright on his return. Did well to deny McGillvary in the second-half. Scored.

Blake Austin - 6: Had a very poor start to the game, conceding a penalty and falling off Chris McQueen too easily for his try. But came up with some big clutch plays that resulted in a hat-trick of assists. So you take the rough with the smooth.

Aidan Sezer - 5: Stupidly penalised for dissent before the McQueen try. Ultimately he's the organiser and Leeds don't look organised for large periods in good ball. Did produce some OK kicks in and amongst.

Mikolaj Oledzki - 5: Understandably not fully up to speed after his shoulder injury. His second stint was massive as he provided some serious punch that got Leeds on the front foot. But then came up with a woeful defensive effort that saw Lolohea break and McQueen score late on. Could have been costly had Connor converted.

Jarrod O'Connor - 8: Crisp distribution and a big work ethic defensively. An understated performance but did his job. Still think he's underrated despite people beginning to appreciate what he brings. Was involved in all of Leeds' best moments.

Tom Holroyd - 5: Our personal player of the season so far but didn't quite hit his own high standards in this game. Other middles did better.

James Bentley - 5: Critical knock-on in the first half when Leeds were hammering the Giants try line. Looks a little off the pace currently.

James McDonnell - 7: A few faults here and there in the early stages but then got back to the typical consistency he has shown since breaking into the side. Finished his try excellently.

Cameron Smith - 8: Just me who thought his teammates didn't seem in sync with him? A number of times he got the ball and Leeds were completely static around him. Not sure what they was about but he really adds some guile to Leeds' attack. Scored the winner.

Zane Tetevano - 7: Helped Leeds get a stranglehold on the middle when he came on. Crucial pass after quick thinking for the McDonnell try.

Sam Lisone - 7: Better. Ran with intent and purpose and did it for a longer period. A good step in the right direction.

Justin Sangare - 6: Given the impact role in the second half and got stuck in.

Corey Johnson - 5: Played his part late on.

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