After a goalless first half, Sunderland were reduced to 10 men when Elliot Embleton was sent off for a high boot, and subsequently stretchered off after injuring himself in the process.
The visitors then took the lead when substitute Ross Stewart came off the bench to score on his first appearance for over three months.
Yet the visitors were pegged back when another substitute Ozan Tufan drew Hull level eight minutes from time.
Here’s how our reporter Phil Smith rated the Sunderland players at the MKM Stadium:
9. Amad - 5
One or two bright moments but ultimately didn’t hit the level we’ve become accustomed to over recent weeks. Not his best game for Sunderland. 5 Photo: Frank Reid
10. Jack Clarke - 5
Sparked one lovely move in the first half but just couldn’t finish it at the back post when Gooch crossed, and otherwise struggled to really get on the ball and make things happen. 5 Photo: Martin Swinney
11. Ellis Simms - 5
Should have scored when Embleton found him in the box with a quick free kick. Showed some nice touches at times but generally Sunderland were short of their best in possession and the service to him was modest. 5 Photo: Martin Swinney
12. Daniel Ballard (sub) - 6
Had an understandably mixed afternoon on his sooner-than-expected comeback. Made some brilliant clearances but gave away the penalty and had some nervy moments on the ball. Ended the game cramping up, a reminder of how long he’s been absent. Encouraging. 6 Photo: Frank Reid