Hull KR boss reacts as derby win sends Robins joint-second in Super League

Rovers clinched the points on the back of a three-try burst in the opening 20 minutes, before a stirring revival by the home side left the game in the balance until Elliot Minchella’s effort sealed victory late on.

Peters said: “One of the things we spoke about was our poor start last week and I’m really happy with the way we responded early, and that set us up to get the result at the back end.

“When they scored their last try it was game on but we handled that last 15-to-20-minute period well defensively.”

Peters reserved particular praise for his captain Minchella, who fought a running battle with Hull front-rower Brad Fash which led to both being sent to the sin bin on the stroke of half-time.

“Mini is a key player for us – he’s our captain and a leader and he’s passionate, and that rubs off on the rest of the team,” added Peters.

“It was good to see him get that try and it’s always good to get another win against FC. They’ve had some changes to their roster but it’s a good feeling for the players and fans.”

One negative aspect for Peters was a groin injury sustained by Niall Evalds which forced the full-back off after 20 minutes, with the KR chief indicating he is unlikely to recover in time for the trip to Leeds next Saturday.