Rhinos veteran Hall is predicting a 'tasty' derby-day clash at the Tigers

Veteran Leeds Rhinos winger Ryan Hall has predicted a "tasty" battle at Castleford Tigers on Saturday.

- by Peter Smith

Rhinos are seeking a third successive win, which would strengthen their hold on a top-four place in Betfred Super League, but - after struggling in the opening half of the campaign - Tigers thrashed Salford Red Devils 48-16 in the previous round and Hall warned: “It is always a challenge going to Castleford.”

He said: “They have got basically a new forward pack since the last time we played them and the men in charge are passionate ex-Rhinos players. Going to Castleford is always tasty when you are wearing a Rhinos shirt because Castleford hate Leeds, let's be honest.

“I don't think Leeds are very fond of Castleford either, so it is always tasty going to their ground and trying to keep focused on the game, rather than everything that goes on around.