Philip Buckingham gives his verdict on the Hull City player performances in the 2-0 win over Everton at the KC Stadium.Allan McGregor Excellent stop kept out Barkley early in the second half and along with some routine saves it was a decent afternoon for the Scot. Helped earn only City's fifth clean-sheet of the season. 6James Chester Back from his one-match ban and a steady bet at right-back. His energy and passing range enables him to defend resolutely and press forward in support. A stop-gap that could well stick around there. 7Alex Bruce Making a starting position in the Tigers' defence his own on current form. Whether in a two or a three-man defence, he was poised and alert. A fourth consecutive start and more will follow. 7Curtis Davies The signs are promising that City's captain is returning to his best form. Wise to Everton's threats throughout and a key figure in the prized clean-sheet. Much more like it from the skipper. 8Andy Robertson Overcome his recent hamstring injury to play his part in City's lively start but failed to last a quarter of the game when stricken again. A poor challenge from Besic eventually did for the young Scot. 6Ahmed Elmohamady Ended City's long wait for celebrations at the KC with his first Premier League goal since December 2013. Showing a greater threat pushed up the right flank always appeared capable of causing problems. 7Jake Livermore Impressive performance in the centre of midfield helped set the tone for City. Everton struggled to match his energy and drive. This was like the Livermore of old, an influential cog in the machine. 8David Meyler Matched his midfield partner every step of the way with a display in which he ran his blood to water. Tom Huddlestone is back from his ban next time out but may have to wait for his chance. 8Gaston Ramirez Shook off a groin strain to start on the left of City's midfield and did a tidy job. Some sharp passes into Hernandez and a good work-rate to boot. Lasted just half the game, though, when replaced at the break. 6Abel Hernandez (starman) Unquestionably his brightest performance in a City shirt. Gave Barry a painful examination with his pace and unfortunate not to win a penalty. Claimed an assist for his hopeful ball for Jelavic to score. 8Nikica Jelavic Restored to the starting XI against his former club and hurt Everton with a well-taken second goal. A sixth of the season capped a return to form in a threatening union with Hernandez. Back to his best. 7SubsLiam Rosenior (for Robertson 23) Made his mark on the game with a lovely assist for Elmohamady before being stretchered off. 7Robbie Brady (for Ramirez 46) Demonstrated his versatility on the left flank with a lively second-half showing. 7Harry Maguire (for Rosenior 54) Only a second Premier League appearance and blocked Naismith well. 6Not used: Steve Harper, Tom Ince, Yannick Sagbo, Sone Aluko
