Hayden Coulson came off the bench to score the equaliser after Lewis Travis had opened the scoring for the visitors shortly after half-time. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his player ratings following the match – scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see who shone and who struggled for the Teessiders:
5. Dael Fry - 6
A shaky start as Blackburn caused problems down the right but recovered well. Tried to dribble the ball out from the back on a couple of occasions. 6 Photo: Alex Davidson
6. Marvin Johnson - 7
Boro’s best in the first half with several runs forward down the left. Almost created a winning goal when he crossed for Rudy Gestede but the striker’s header was saved. 7 Photo: Lewis Storey
7. Lewis Wing - 5
Tried to play the ball forward but conceded possession too often. Played a part in the equaliser after his shot was saved. 5 Photo: Getty Images
8. George Saville - 5
Struggled in the first half as Blackburn controlled the midfield area. Found more space after the break. 5 Photo: Alex Davidson