After Marcus Tavernier and Ashley Fletcher had put the Teessiders 2-0 up, Marvin Johnson’s first-half red card changed the course of the game before two goals from Jarrod Bowen. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his player ratings following the match. Scroll down and flick through our gallery to see who shone and struggled:
1. Darren Randolph - 6
Couldn’t do anything about the first goal and was left exposed for the second. 6 Photo: Lewis Storey
2. Anfernee Dijksteel - 5
Crossing was mixed in the first half after starting at right wing-back. Was moved into a right midfield role after the break as Boro were pinned back. 5 Photo: Getty Images
3. Dael Fry - 5
Won some important headers and interceptions as the hosts came under the cosh. Was caught out for Hull’s second goal. 5 Photo: Getty Images
4. Daniel Ayala - 7
Led by example as Boro looked comfortable in the first half. Won some important headers as Hull applied pressure after the break. 7 Photo: Getty Images