Rugby League News: Hull FC Plagued by Injury Crisis Ahead of Crucial Leigh Clash
Super League side Hull FC have arguably faced the biggest injury challenges of any club this season, with their struggles at the bottom of the table being exacerbated by a concerning injury crisis.
Ahead of their crucial upcoming match against Leigh Leopards, it’s entirely possible that Hull could be without an entire matchday 17 of players, as they deal with a string of recent injury setbacks and suspensions.
The litany of absences includes promising youngster Davy Litten, whose season has been prematurely ended due to a serious knee injury. Liam Tindall is also unavailable due to an injury during his loan spell at Bradford Bulls.
Veteran center Ed Chamberlain will miss the Leigh game after failing a head injury assessment, while forward Charlie Severs faces an uncertain future due to a troubling shoulder problem. Winger Mitieli Vulikijapani remains sidelined after rupturing his ACL last April.
Utility player Liam Sutcliffe‘s Hull FC career has been cut short by a foot injury, while prop Brad Fash and second-rower Jordan Lane are both suspended for this weekend’s clash.
Prop Herman Ese’ese and captain Danny Houghton are battling injuries, with Houghton hopeful of a return by the end of the month. Ligi Sao will also serve the second game of a two-match ban against Leigh.
Summer signing Jed Cartwright is yet to feature competitively due to an injury sustained in the reserves, while Matty Laidlaw failed a head injury assessment in the loss to St Helens and will be unavailable.
With this extensive injury list, Hull FC interim coach Simon Grix faces a significant challenge in fielding a competitive side against the in-form Leigh Leopards. The club’s depth will be thoroughly tested as they look to navigate this difficult period and climb the Super League table.
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