Willie Peters is expecting a stern test when Hull Kingston Rovers host Leeds Rhinos on Sunday – and has revealed his admiration for Rohan Smith. The Robins face last season’s beaten Super League Grand Finalists in their second and final pre-season friendly as they prepare for their season-opener against Wigan Warriors on February 18.
Peters’ men lost their first hit-out against Featherstone Rovers last month and the new Rovers boss will field a much-changed side for the visit of the Rhinos. Peters, who will use 22 of his squad against the Rhinos, said: “We had 11 players who didn't play against Featherstone and we are playing a quality team in Leeds.
“It's a stepping stone for the round one game against Wigan, so we need a good performance on Sunday. It's important to play against a good side in pre-season.
