Asiata sets out areas for FC's needed improvements

JOHN Asiata has aired a glaring improvement for Hull FC this year - and to no surprise, it all centres on the play of the ball, and what they can do to get on top.

- By DAN TOMLINSON

The Black and Whites have struggled to get to grips with rugby league's faster rucks so far this year - and on both sides of the ball, with such realities contributing to a start to the season that has seen them lose four of their first five games against top flight opposition.

Second best in both attack and defence, Hull have found it tough going to halt the momentum of their opposition's attack, with their opponent rolling down the field, and on the contrary, have found quick rucks and yardage hard to come by when they have the ball.