Boro fell a goal behind when Hull’s Allahyar Sayyadmanesh headed The Tigers ahead from a corner five minutes before half-time.
The hosts reacted well, though, scoring three times in a six-minute spell after goals from Hayden Hackney, Cameron Archer and Chuba Akpom.
Here’s how each Boro player fared at the Riverside:
Here’s how each Boro player fared at the Riverside:
. MIDDLESBROUGH, ENGLAND - APRIL 19: Middlesbrough player Chuba Akpom celebrates with Jonny Howson after scoring the third Boro goal during the Sky Bet Championship between Middlesbrough and Hull City at Riverside Stadium on April 19, 2023 in Middlesbrough, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
Middlesbrough player Chuba Akpom celebrates with Jonny Howson after scoring the third Boro goal during the Sky Bet Championship between Middlesbrough and Hull City at Riverside Stadium. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Photo: Stu Forster
. Zack Steffen - 7
Made a sharp save to deny Regan Slater in the first half. Assisted Boro’s second goal with a ball upfield for Archer. 7 Photo: Mark Thompson
. Tommy Smith - 5
Tucked in at right-back when Boro didn’t have the ball. Made a few interceptions but also conceded space when Hull attacked down that flank. Was subbed at half-time with an injury. 5 Photo: Lewis Storey
. Darragh Lenihan - 6
Left space in behind him a few times but also stayed tight to Hull forward Adama Traore to keep the opposition player on the fringes. 6 Photo: Getty Images
. Paddy McNair - 5
Allowed Hull players to run past him on a couple of occasions in the first half when the visitors looked bright. Was substituted in the second half. 5 Photo: Getty Images
. Ryan Giles - 6
Made a few forays forward in the first half, yet most of Boro’s attacks came down the right after the break. 6 Photo: Getty Images
13. Anfernee Dijksteel - 8
(for Smith, 45) Was also a threat from right-back, making regular runs forward following his introduction at half-time. 8 Photo: Getty Images
14. Matt Crooks - 6
(for McNair, 69) - Came on for the final 20 minutes when Boro looked comfortable. 6 Photo: Getty Images
15. Dan Barlaser - N/A
(for Mowatt, 82) - A late cameo from the bench. N/A Photo: Stu Forster