Here is how we rated Rovers’ individual performances against the Black Cats.
9. James Coppinger - 5
Back in the side after starting on the bench on Boxing Day. Tried as he might to make things happen but found space at a premium. | JPIMedia Photo: JPIMedia
10. Kieran Sadlier - 6
Struggled to push forward and get on the ball to cause the opposition problems. His delivery for the Rovers goal was excellent. | JPIMedia Photo: JPIMedia
11. Niall Ennis - 6
Battled against a physical and strong Sunderland back line but fed off scraps in the main. | JPIMedia Photo: JPIMedia
12. Kwame Thomas - n/a
Introduced at a time when Rovers were desperate for threat but had little opportunity to get on the ball. | JPIMedia Photo: JPIMedia
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