The Betfred Super League regular season reaches its climax tonight as Leeds Rhinos and Castleford Tigers clash at Headingley as one of six games taking place.

Ahead of kick off, here's everything you need to know about the clash:

Squad News Recap

Rhinos

- Sam Walters is set to make his final appearance for the Rhinos ahead of his move to Wigan next season. Walters missed last Saturday's loss in France against Catalans Dragons due to serving a one game suspension but he returns to the 21 man squad this week in place of the injured Leon Ruan. 

- David Fusitu'a is set to make his 150th career appearance on Friday as the winger marks 31 appearances for the Rhinos. Most of his appearances (108) came over seven season at the NZ Warriors, plus he has nine caps for Tonga and two for New Zealand.

- Youngsters Alfie Edgell, Riley Lumb and Tom Nicholson-Watton are all included in the squad again whilst Liam Tindall could also make his final appearance for the club.

- The Rhinos are still without Aidan Sezer and James Bentley as they follow the return to play protocols following concussion whilst Richie Myler, Justin Sangare and Luis Roberts are ruled out through injury. Nene Macdonald is still unavailable for selection. 

- Rhyse Martin has scored points in the Rhinos' last ten meetings with Castleford. His scoring streak against the Tigers began with a try and four goals in a 28-24 home win on 26 October, 2020.

Tigers

- One changes for the Tigers sees Kenny Edwards return to the squad after missing out at Wigan due to a head knock. It will be the forward's final game in black and amber before he officially retires at the end of the season.

- Friday's game will also be a farewell for Greg Eden, Jordan Turner, Nathan Massey and Suaia Matagi as the quartet leave the club at the end of the campaign. Eden in particular looks to round off the year as the Tigers' top try scorer in 2023 and has 17 tries in 20 games against the Rhinos.

- Tigers Academy full-back Fletcher included in the squad too as he could make his club debut.

- Former Rhinos Jack Broadbent, Muizz Mustapha, Alex Mellor and Blake Austin are all in with a chance of featuring against their former side.

Recent Results

Rhinos

Round 26 - Lost 61-0 vs Catalans Dragons

Round 25 - Lost 50-0 vs Wigan Warriors

Round 24 - Won 28-12 vs Hull FC

Round 23 - Lost 21-12 vs Huddersfield Giants

Round 22 - Won 24-22 vs Warrington Wolves

Tigers

Round 26 - Lost 48-6 vs Wigan Warriors

Round 25 - Won 29-12 vs Hull FC

Round 24 - Lost 66-12 vs Warrington Wolves

Round 23 - Lost 34-3 vs St Helens

Round 22 - Won 28-12 vs Wakefield Trinity

Key head to head

Form book

Super League Record: P67-W36-L28-D3

Last ten meetings vs Castleford

Castleford 26, Leeds 24 (SLR14, 3/6/23) (at St James' Park, Newcastle)

Castleford 14, Leeds 8 (SLR5, 16/3/23)

Leeds 14, Castleford 8 (SLR27, 3/9/22)

Castleford 20, Leeds 34 (SLR18, 9/7/22) (at St James' Park, Newcastle)

Castleford 16, Leeds 14 (SLR9, 18/4/22)

Leeds 16, Castleford 40 (CCR6, 26/3/22)

Leeds 18, Castleford 32 (SLR18, 6/8/21)

Castleford 6, Leeds 60 (SLR8, 28/5/21)

Leeds 10, Castleford 18 (SLR2, 2/4/21) (at Totally Wicked Stadium, St Helens)

Leeds 28, Castleford 24 (SLR15, 26/10/20)

Last time out

Castleford edged the Rhinos in the last meeting between the two sides at the Magic Weekend.

Having walked into a 24-14 lead thanks to tries from Mikolaj Oledzki, James Bentley, Derrell Olpherts and Rhyse Martin, the Rhinos suffered late heartbreak as the Tigers stole a 26-24 win.

How to follow the game

Last minute tickets

If you have a last-minute urge to watch some Rugby League we also sell tickets on the day of the game; but please be aware that purchasing tickets on a matchday is always subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. 

Online: Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.therhinos.co.uk up until kick off and your tickets will be sent to your email address to use on your smartphone at the turnstiles.

On the turnstiles: (Subject to availability) fans can purchase tickets which covers entry the Western Terrace only via the turnstiles on St Michaels Lane (Gate B) and Kirkstall Lane (Gate G) on matchday using contactless payment with either a credit / debit card or payment using a smartphone. Cash is no longer accepted on the turnstiles.

From the Ticket Office: Leeds Rhinos Ticket Office on St Michaels Lane is where fans can purchase ticket for Global East Stand Seating, North Stand and South Stand Seating as well as standing in the South Stand Terrace. Card payments are preferred.

Broadcast

TV - Sky Sports Arena (8pm). Although Sky will be showing Leigh vs Wigan in full, there will also be regular score updates from each Round 27 game.

Radio

BBC Radio Leeds - Join the West Yorkshire Sport coverage from 7pm on BBC Sounds

Social Media

Keep up to date with the latest news and updates throughout the game by making sure you follow the Rhinos on our social media accounts.

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