Leeds Rhinos are poised to welcome back star player Maika Sivo for their upcoming match against Wigan Warriors. This comes after a review of Sivo’s recent sin bin incident during a match against Wakefield Trinity.
Maika Sivo’s Suspension Decision
The Match Review Panel assessed Sivo’s high tackle on Josh Rourke, which led to his yellow card. Despite this charge, sources indicate that the severity does not meet the threshold for a one-match suspension. Therefore, Sivo remains eligible to play, a positive development for the Rhinos.
Sivo’s Remarkable Performance
Since returning from an ACL injury, Sivo has demonstrated exceptional form, scoring 19 tries in just ten appearances. Notably, 17 of these tries have been recorded in the Super League. This impressive tally puts the Fijian on track to potentially set a new record for the most tries in a single Super League season.
Upcoming Challenges for the Rhinos
With Leeds Rhinos currently out of the Challenge Cup, they have extra time to prepare for the Wigan Warriors. The Warriors are set to face St Helens in the semi-finals this weekend, making their upcoming encounter crucial for both teams.
Team Dynamics and Selections
Leeds is enjoying a strong season, sitting jointly at the top of the Super League standings with eight wins from ten matches. Coach Brad Arthur faces key selection dilemmas ahead of the Wigan clash, particularly regarding Harry Newman. Newman has recently returned from a loan at Hull FC, where he played for three matches.
- Sivo’s current try count: 19 in 10 matches
- Super League try count: 17
- Rhinos’ overall position: Joint top of Super League
- Upcoming match: Leeds Rhinos vs. Wigan Warriors
Additionally, Ash Handley, who earned the man of the match title against Wakefield, and Jack Bird have secured their positions in the lineup during Newman’s absence, intensifying the competition for starting roles.
