Boro debutant Chuba Akpom opened the scoring in the 19th minute before Bright Osayi-Samuel drew the hosts level before half-time.
Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his marks following the match – scroll down and flick through the pages of our picture gallery to see who shone and who struggled for the visitors:
9. Marcus Tavernier - 5
Livened up late on but was ineffective for most of the match operating just behind the strikers. 5 Photo: Getty Images
10. Chuba Akpom - 7
A dream start after getting on the scoresheet with a glancing header in the 19th minute. Some neat touches but faded as the game wore on. 7 Photo: MFC
11. Britt Assombalonga - 6
Had a few chances and held the ball up when he could. Didn’t receive much service as Boro struggled to find the right balance in midfield. 6 Photo: Getty Images
12. Dael Fry - 7
Made a crucial block to deny Chair in the second half and a couple of key interceptions. 7 Photo: Alex Davidson