A DELIGHTED Brad Arthur lauded the character of his Leeds Rhinos side after they overcame considerable adversity to spoil Salford Red Devils’ takeover party.Any questions about the resolve of this Leeds squad that may have arisen on the back of their underwhelming 14-12 loss to Wakefield Trinity were emphatically put to rest inside a sunny Salford Community Stadium as the visitors defied injury woes and an early deficit to run out convincing winners.

Leeds Rhinos paid a heavy price for their 32-6 win over Salford Red Devils today, with key men Brodie Croft and Cam Smith picking up serious injuries.

What a difference a week makes. Leeds Rhinos rained on Salford Red Devils’ parade with a stunning 32-6 victory this afternoon in which all their best qualities shone through.

Brad Arthur has challenged Leeds Rhinos to make an early statement at Headingley when Wakefield Trinity visit on Saturday.

Leeds Rhinos are delighted with Brad Arthur's impact on the Super League club: so much so they want to keep him at Headingley for the next decade.

Rhinos bounced back from their Betfred Super League round one defeat by Wakefield Trinity in emphatic fashion, despite conceding a try before they’d held the ball and losing influential duo Cameron Smith and Brodie Croft in the first half. “It was a tough win, they are the sort of wins you really enjoy and are proud of as a coach,” Arthur enthused.