Player Ratings: Aston Villa loanee Sil Swinkels steals the show as Bristol Rovers hold Stockport County 1-1

Memorial Stadium player ratings

Jed Ward (8) - Made a great save earlier on to deny Will Collar’s long range effort as well as a headed attempt from close range from Kyle Wooton. The home side were able to build off of his crucial first half saves, helping them gain a point from tonight’s match.

Lino Sousa (6.5) - He was able to halt the Stockport attack to very few chances, however Stockport’s goal originated from the Rovers left hand side much to the dismay of the defender.

James Wilson (7) - The defender, who has been among the goals of late, went back to basics to restrict the away side to minimal chances, and despite the home defence not coming away with a clean sheet, the solid defensive display ensured Rovers did not miss out on a point.

Luke who’s there

Grant Ward (7) - He provided stability in the Rovers midfield, and helped them build upon attacks, which eventually led to the late equaliser from the home side.

Ruel Sotiriou (6.5) - Found it difficult to settle into the game, but much like the rest of the team, he had a positive reaction to the away side taking the lead, rewarding him a 6.5

Luke Thomas (7) - Perhaps didn’t have the impact that Calderon would have been expecting, hence the substitution, but after the away side took the lead, he was the catalyst in The Gas’ excellent response to going behind.

Connor Taylor (7) - Similar to his defensive partner James Wilson, Taylor fought hard, winning most of his duels against the Stockport attack, and prevented them from scoring more than one in this match.

Chris Martin (6) - Wasn’t able to settle into the match, and he didn’t provide much threat to the away side’s defence, but his work rate cannot be doubted and the veteran striker continues to lead by example, even when it's not going his way.

In the Hunt

Isaac Hutchinson (6.5) - Provided an outlet for Rovers to build attacks upon from build up play, however unfortunately he didn’t create enough during his cameo, which rewards him a worthy 6.5

Matt Butcher (7.5) - Unfortunate with attempts he had on goal but the midfielder picked up an assist from a set piece for Swinkels’ late equaliser as he again provided an assist as he continues to impress following his loan move from Wycombe.

Jack Hunt (7) - Similar to Sousa, the full back put in a solid defensively display and was able to halt the attacking threat from Stockport wingback Ibou Touray.

Substitutes

Sinclair (6) - With a switch in formation from manager Inigo Calderon, Sinclair was deployed as an attacking wingback, but despite this new position, the 35 year old was unable to influence the game the way that the Spaniard was intending.

Swinkels (9) - The debutant was able to capture the spotlight after heading home a late equaliser, retrieving a well fought point for his new club, earning himself the highest rating amongst the team.

Senior (7) - The 25-year-old was utilised well as an attacking outlet, consistently being a thorn in the Stockport defence.

Reindorf (7) - Much like Senior, the Cardiff City loanee provided options going forward, ultimately helping Rovers gain a point from this match.