Goals from Jordan Jones and Grant Leadbitter weren’t quite enough for the Black Cats, who led twice during the contest.
But who were the star performers, and who has work to do?
Our chief football writer Phil Smith has dished out his marks from the match – scroll down and flick through the pages of our picture gallery to see how each player fared:
13. Jack Diamond
Little chance to really drive at the full-back in the closing stages. 5 Photo: FRANK REID 2020
14. Denver Hume
End product wasn’t at its best but at least pushed Hull back with his willingness to drive forward. 6 Photo: Frank Reid
15. Chris Maguire
Showed some good touches without having much chance to really affect the play. N/A Photo: Frank Reid
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