Here are the Cardiff City player ratings after the 1-0 win over Middlesbrough.
Alex Smithies 7
As we have become accustomed to, did not put a foot wrong. Solid as ever.
Lee Peltier 6
Another who stuck to his task well, his relationship with Whyte is one of Cardiff's strongest assets.
Sean Morrison 7
Was tested by Britt Assombalonga but managed to keep the tricky attacker quiet all afternoon.
Aden Flint 6
Boro's pacey attackers caused him problems on occasion, but there was no match for him, as you'd expect, in the air.
Joe Bennett 7
Looked a lot more like his usual self this week. A big contribution in attack and far more solid going back.
Leandro Bacuna 7
He will have his detractors, but it was another performance which ensured Marlon Pack's absence isn't being felt too badly.
Joe Ralls 7
Solid, steady and kept things ticking over in the middle of the park. A typical Joe Ralls display.
Callum Paterson 5
Just doesn't quite look himself recently. Struggled to really make an impact on the game.
Gavin Whyte 8 (star man)
Arguably his best outing in a Cardiff City shirt. Looks more confident with the ball at his feet with each passing game.
Josh Murphy 8
His best performance this season. Gave the defenders a fright and was a huge blow when he was forced off at half time. Was missed greatly after the break.
Omar Bogle 6
This was his opportunity in the absence of Robert Glatzel, but it was a frustrating one. Good movement but not the rub of the green. Hit the bar with a header.
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Junior Hoilett (on for Murphy 45') 6
Swung a couple of beautiful balls into the box and created a couple of good chances in the second half. A solid outing.
Danny Ward (on for Bogle 66') 6
Was great to see him back on the field, but had little to work with as the game became disjointed.
