Hull FC Select Harry Newman, James Bell, and Zak Hardaker for Matchday Squad
Hull FC have named their squad to face St Helens at the MKM Stadium on Thursday night. Coach John Cartwright confirmed the side ahead of the Super League fixture.
Hull FC Select Harry Newman will make his debut on loan from Leeds Rhinos. The England international joins on an initial one-week deal.
Starting lineup
The Black and Whites field a mix of youth and experience. Logan Moy keeps the full-back role for a third straight match.
| Number | Player | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 24 | Logan Moy | Full-back |
| 19 | Tom Briscoe | Wing |
| 37 | Harry Newman | Centre |
| 3 | Davy Litten | Centre |
| 5 | Lewis Martin | Wing |
| 14 | Cade Cust | Half-back |
| 7 | Aidan Sezer | Half-back |
| 10 | Harvie Hill | Prop |
| 9 | Amir Bourouh | Hooker |
| 18 | Ligi Sao | Prop |
| 22 | Connor Bailey | Back row |
| 4 | Zak Hardaker | Back row |
| 15 | James Bell | Loose forward |
Interchange and reserves
Cartwright named four players on the bench for impact. Lloyd Kemp is listed as the 18th man.
- 16 Sam Lisone
- 20 Yusuf Aydin
- 23 Brad Fash
- 25 Matty Laidlaw
- 18th Man: 32 Lloyd Kemp
Tactical notes and team news
James Bell returns to the loose-forward position. His inclusion strengthens the middle of the park.
Zak Hardaker for Matchday Squad comes with a positional tweak. He switches into the back row, a role he played extensively last season.
Brad Fash and Yusuf Aydin are back after recent head and ankle concerns. Their recovery gives Cartwright more rotation options.
How to follow the game
Supporters can track events and updates via Filmogaz.com live coverage. The site will run a matchday blog throughout the evening.