George Miller’s double either side of goals from Joseph Olowu and Kyle Hurst saw off the challenge of Crawley, who had cancelled out Rovers’ lead through James Tilley to make it 1-1 at half time.
The scoreline is also the biggest margin of victory Doncaster have enjoyed under Gary McSheffrey, who had been under pressure to get their season back on track after three straight defeats in League Two.
It was also the club’s biggest win since November 2020.
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9. Kyle Hurst - 7
What a find. Denied early on by a decent low stop from Crawley keeper Corey Addai and had to wait for another chance, which he fashioned himself with a brilliant 50-yard run before poking the ball home. A joy to watch at times. Photo: Howard Roe/ahpix.com
10. Luke Molyneux - 6
Worked hard on the right-hand side without seeing a chance come his way. Photo: Liam Ford/AHPIX LTD
11. George Miller - 8
Perhaps his best performance yet, which coincided with him having a strike partner. Looked far more lively than he has in recent weeks and converted his spot kick before producing a great finish for his second goal. Photo: HOWARD ROE, Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD
12. Kieran Agard - 7
Brought in to provide support for George Miller. Had little joy in the first half but won his side a penalty in the second period and assisted George Miller (sort of) when his volley hit his striker partner and fell kindly into his path. Photo: Liam Ford/AHPIX LTD