After Britt Assombalonga’s early penalty, Boro hopes were high in the relegation six-pointer.
But Herbie Kane’s stunning free-kick and Mailik Wilks’ injury time winner sentenced Neil Warnock to his first defeat in charge of the club.
So how did the Middlesbrough squad perform? Scroll down and click through the pages as Joe Nicholson dishes out his player ratings from the 2-1 defeat on Humberside:
1. Dejan Stojanovic
Couldn’t do much about either goal. Commanded his area but was left exposed. 6 Photo: FRANK REID 2020
2. Djed Spence
Was causing Hull real problems in the first half with his quick forays from full-back. Forced off early after the break. 8 Photo: Justin Setterfield
3. George Friend
The most vocal player in a red shirt. Lost a few headers against Hull striker Josh Magennis. 6 Photo: Gareth Copley
4. Dael Fry
Won a couple of important headers. Has looked like he’s getting back to his back in Boro’s last two games. 7 Photo: Alex Davidson