Leeds Rhinos star Richie Myler has welcomed his new child into the world with partner Stephanie Thirkill.
Myler, 32, was a notable absentee from the squad named to face Hull KR on Friday evening, having been named in the extended 21-man squad. However, Rhinos coach Rohan Smith confirmed that his absence was due to the arrival of his fourth child, with a decision made to give him time away from the field following the news.
The Rhinos boss said: "Richie has spent a bunch of time in hospital with the birth of his new little baby, so we've given him a little time off to settle in at home."
