There is no doubting Tony Smith has changed the perception and the ambition of Hull KR during his three years in charge. However, there is a danger his reign could end with somewhat of a damp squib if this form continues.
It is now four consecutive defeats in league and cup for Rovers, which have come since Smith announced he would be leaving at the end of the season. That is almost certainly a coincidence but given his side have fallen out of the Super League playoff places and suffered defeat in the Challenge Cup semi-finals, there is understandably cause for concern about their season petering out.
