Goals from Ashley Fletcher and Lewis Wing helped the Teessiders climb six points clear of the relegation zone – yet individual performances were mixed. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his player ratings following the match – scroll down and flick through our picture galley to see who shone and struggled.
5. George Saville - 4
Anonymous for large spells in the first half as Boro struggled to gain a foothold in midfield. 4 Photo: George Wood
6. Stephen Walker - 5
Put himself about early on but was kept under wraps by Stoke’s centre-backs. Subbed in the second half. 5 Photo: Alex Davidson
7. Lewis Wing - 7
(for Clayton, 58) - Helped Boro push further up the pitch and won the game with a great strike. 7 Photo: Getty Images
8. Marvin Johnson - N/A
(for Spence, 78) Helped his side see out the game. N/A Photo: Frank Reid