Ellis back for Hull, Widnes make one change

MJ Black

Hull skipper Gareth Ellis returns after a two-match absence with a head injury, while either Steve Michaels and Jake Connor will replace winger Fetuli Talanoa, who is ruled out through concussion.

Lee Radford has added Jack Downs to his 19-man squad in place of the suspended Jansin Turgut.

Gil Dudson is back from injury for Widnes in the only likely change to the team that crashed 34-0 at home to Castleford last week.

Hull have won three out of four this season, Widnes have collected just a single point.

Betfred odds: Hull FC 1/16, Widnes 7/1, Draw 40/1.