Diskin sidelined for six months

Leeds hooker Matt Diskin is poised for his first senior appearance since last November against Bradford on Friday.

Diskin ruptured knee ligaments on his Great Britain debut against New Zealand last November and has had two academy run-outs since regaining fitness.

"We have been really pleased with how Matt has coped with his two comeback games so far," said coach Tony Smith.

"He's in consideration for the squad, however we will monitor everyone before announcing our final squad."

Friday's Super League match is a repeat of last year's Grand Final, which was the last game Diskin played for his club before suffering the injury.