Blake Austin

Gary Hetherington believes Leeds are making unseen strides. (Picture by Bruce Rollinson)

Gary Hetherington Q&A on recruitment, underachievement and optimism for future

Matt Frawley has been a regular for Canberra Raiders in their run to the NRL finals. (Photo by Jeremy Ng/Getty Images)

New Leeds Rhinos signing Matt Frawley backed to succeed

Blake Austin joined Castleford's fight for survival last month. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Austin opens up on sudden Leeds exit as he chases new Super League contract

It was a chastening first home game in charge for Danny Ward. (Photo: Bruce Rollinson)

Danny Ward provides Blake Austin and Greg Eden update after St Helens defeat

Edwin Ipape celebrates scoring Leigh's first try. (Photo: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com)

Difference in ambition apparent in dismal defeat for Rhinos

Rohan Smith, pictured, was in the dark about Blake Austin's departure. (Photo: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com)

Rohan Smith admits surprise after being left in dark over Blake Austin exit

Blake Austin has swapped Leeds for Castleford in a shock switch. (Photo: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com)

Castleford confirm signing of Leeds half-back Blake Austin in sensational swoop

Oh no you don’t: Blake Austin of Leeds Rhinos is stopped by St Helens’ Jonny Lomax in last night’s Super League game. (Picture: Bruce Rollinson)

Leeds Rhinos' decision-making found wanting in defeat at St Helens

Blake Austin is out of contract at the end of the year. (Photo: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com)

Rohan Smith provides encouraging update on Blake Austin contract situation

Blake Austin has been in fine form for the Rhinos. (Photo: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com)

Austin reaffirms desire to stay at Rhinos but claims he is in dark over future

Picture by Olly Hassell/SWpix.com - 09/07/2023 - Rugby League - Betfred Super League - Salford Red Devils v Leeds Rhinos - AJ Bell Stadium, Salford, England - Leeds’ Richie Myler, James Mcdonnell, Tom Holroyd and James Bentley celebrating his sides victory

Salford Red Devils 14 Leeds Rhinos 16: ‘Gritty’ win delights Rohan Smith

Rohan Smith's side have little room for error in the play-off battle. (Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com)

Rhinos boss not putting extra significance on clash with top-six rivals

Blake Austin is a big loss for the Rhinos. (Photo: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com)

Rhinos lose key man to suspension as Liam Watts hit with 10th ban in 18 months

Blake Austin is hitting form at the right time for the Rhinos. (Photo: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com)

'Lots of pieces to puzzle' - Smith coy about Austin's Rhinos future

Richie Myler celebrates scoring Leeds' fourth try. (Photo: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com)

Leeds Rhinos gaining momentum at right time after dominant win

Tyrone Roberts will not be returning to Super League with Leeds. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Smith rubbishes Roberts rumour as he provides Austin latest

Wakefield's Matty Ashurst's celebrates his try against Leeds. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Wakefield end 286-day wait for precious win thanks to heroic display

Mikolaj Oledzki's converted try gave Rhinos a 10-point lead over Castleford, but they couldn't hang on. Picture by Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com.

Injuries not to blame says Rhinos boss after Tigers defeat

Harry Newman is helped from the field after suffering an injury against St Helens. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Injury timescales confirmed for Harry Newman, Morgan Gannon and Aidan Sezer

Ash Handley could return at full-back. (Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com)

Rhinos v St Helens - Rohan Smith considers new-look spine for Headingley date

Sam Walters takes the ball against Wakefield Trinity. (Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com)

Rohan Smith provides update on Walters and Tindall contract situations
Leeds Rhinos boss Rohan Smith has confirmed the club are keen to retain youngsters Sam Walters and Liam Tindall.

Tom Holroyd celebrates with team-mates after scoring a try. (Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com)

Leeds Rhinos players and fans come together to showcase Super League at its best

Leeds Rhinos celebrate Harry Newman's first try. (Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com)

Leeds 32 Catalans 22 - Rohan Smith's side click into gear in stunning comeback

Leeds Rhinos celebrate Blake Austin's winning drop goal. (Photo: Paul Currie/SWpix.com)

Rohan Smith makes bold claim after Blake Austin settles St Helens thriller

St. Helens' Konrad Hurrell is tackled by Leeds Rhinos' Ash Handley (left) and Blake Austin (Picture: Martin Rickett/PA Wire)

Leeds Rhinos hit back to win a stormy classic against world club champions

Aidan Sezer struggled to impose himself in Leeds Rhinos' first two games. (Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com)

Rohan Smith discusses Leeds Rhinos' chicken and egg half-back situation

Scott Taylor has been brought back down to earth following his try-scoring heroics at Headingley. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Scott Taylor banned as Leeds Rhinos and Wakefield Trinity stars hit with charges

Ian Watson left Headingley disappointed. (Picture: SWPix.com)

'Stamp it out' - Ian Watson hits out at playacting after costly yellow card

Blake Austin celebrates his match-winning try. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Leeds 18 Giants 14 - Rhinos edge controversial clash as play-offs come early

Rohan Smith has been denied the chance to go up against his uncle. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull KR v Rhinos - No family affair but Tony Smith influence seen in Rohan Smith

David Fusitu’a could feature in Perpignan after an injury scare. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Leeds Rhinos injury latest as Rohan Smith addresses Muizz Mustapha's future

INJURY BLOW: For Leeds Rhinos captain Kruise Leeming. Picture: Phil Daly/Leeds Rhinos/SWpix.com.

Leeds Rhinos hit by huge 12-week injury setback ahead of Wigan Warriors clash
Leeds Rhinos captain Kruise Leeming is facing six to 12 weeks out of action after fracturing his foot.

Rohan Smith has made a positive impact since taking over. (Picture: SWPix.com)

'We’re not going to go into our shell' - Smith makes pledge ahead of Giants test

Blake Austin will be a Leeds Rhinos player in 2023. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Rhinos rediscover identity with Blake Austin tailor-made for new philosophy

Blake Austin has found form in recent weeks. (Picture: SWPix.com)

'Good times are ahead' - Blake Austin extends Leeds Rhinos stay

Jarrod O'Connor has committed his future to Leeds Rhinos. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Leeds tie down Jarrod O'Connor as forward reveals Rohan Smith role in decision

Leeds Rhinos celebrate James Bentley's first try. (Picture: Bruce Rollinson/YP)

Leeds 24 Wakefield 6 - James Bentley steals show on Rohan Smith's Headingley bow

Zak Hardaker is hoping to face Hull KR on Friday night. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Leeds Rhinos v Hull KR - Zak Hardaker named in squad but must prove fitness

Special day: Leeds Rhinos’ debutant Jack Sinfield can’t prevent Castleford’s Derrell Olpherts from scoring. Picture: Danny Lawson/PA

Modest Sinfield quick to praise others after his Leeds debut

Derby joy: Leeds' Jack Sinfield can't prevent Castleford's Derrell Olpherts from scoring a try. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com

New Leeds coach will have something to build on despite loss

OPENING SALVO: Blake Austin scores Leeds Rhinos' try against Catalans Dragons.
Picture: Jonathan Gawthorpe.

Leeds Rhinos 4 Catalans Dragons 10: Rhinos lack spark in dispiriting defeat

DISAPPOINTED: Leeds Rhinos' Blake Austin.
Picture: Bruce Rollinson

Leeds Rhinos: Blake Austin promises hard work in bid to secure first Super Leagu...

Leeds Rhinos' Blake Austin will miss a rematch against his former club.(
Picture: Tony Johnson)

Leeds Rhinos missing star signing Blake Austin for Warrington Wolves opener

Blake Austin is sin binned during the Tom Briscoe testimonial game against Hull FC.

Leeds Rhinos may appeal Blake Austin’s opening day suspension

Leeds Rhinos'
Blake Austin, centre left, is sin-binned against Hull FC last week. Picture: Steve Riding.

Blake Austin set to miss Rhinos’ Super League opener against Warrington

Cutting edge: Leeds Rhinos centre
Harry Newman is surrounded by new signings on the right edge. Picture: Steve Riding

Newman hopes new combination can give Leeds the edge

Leeds Rhinos' Blake Austin: In pre-season friendly with Featherstone Rovers. Picture: Tony Johnson

Leeds Rhinos’ Blake Austin: Warrington shafted me, it’s time to get revenge

Warrington Wolves' Dec Patton is tackled by Huddersfield Giants' Matty English (left) and Michael Lawrence (right). Picture: PA.

New signing Dec Patton wants to help Bradford Bulls return to Super League

Blake Austin, left, celebrates after scoring for Warrington against Leeds last Sunday. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com.

Austin will be a Rhinos success says Sinfield

Blake Austin is tackled by Liam Sutcliffe, left and Rhyse Martin during Warrington's win at Headingley last weekend. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com.

Rhinos sign Blake Austin

Right direction: Huddersfield Giants' Kenny Edwards. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com

Huddersfield Giants need to deal with Inglis threat warns Edwards

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Huddersfield Giants' Adam O'Brien feels the pain from a high tackle. (PIC: Bruce Rollinson/JPIMedia)

Huddersfield Giants 18 Warrington Wolves 19: Gutsy Giants so close in dramatic f...

Huddersfield Giants' Aidan Sezer: Faces challenge. Picture: PA

Huddersfield Giants v Warrington Wolves - Crunch meeting of former Canberra Raid...

Hull FC's Scott Taylor tries to get going. (PIC: STEVE RIDING)

Hull FC 4 Warrington Wolves 38 - Hull sack boss Lee Radford after another home m...

He's done it: Hull FC's Marc Sneyd is mobbed after kicking the game-winning drop goal in the Golden Point period against Wakefield. Picture: Allan McKenzie/SWpix

Hull FC’s Marc Sneyd is simply world-class says record holder Lee Briers

Warrington's Ben Murdoch-Masila is tackled by Castleford's Cheyse Blair and Michael Shenton.

Warrington Wolves 9 Castleford Tigers 8 - Blake Austin strikes late to keep Tige...

Rhinos' fifth try scored by Ava Seumanufagai. Pictures: Bruce Rollinson

Leeds Rhinos 36 Warrington Wolves 0: Rampant Rhinos roll back the years at Headi...

Flight in vain: Ash Handley.

Diplomatic Leeds Rhinos star breaks silence on wasted tour trip Down Under

Liam Watts

Castleford Tigers’ Liam Watts ‘honoured’ to be on Man of Steel shortlist