Hull FC Select Harry Newman, James Bell, and Zak Hardaker for Matchday Squad

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.