Rangers player ratings v St Mirren as Sakala puts…

Rangers player ratings v St Mirren as Sakala puts marker down to Kent and clinical Colak strikes

Rangers swept aside St Mirren in a comfortable 4-0 win at Ibrox.

Giovanni van Bronckhorst made a shock decision to bench Ryan Kent as he freshened up the Light Blues attack with the additions of Fashion Sakala Jr and Rabbi Matondo. Matondo along with other wing star Sakala put in a high energy display as Rangers ran out easy winners. But it was Antonio Colak who grabbed the headlines again with the Croatian marksman scoring in just the opening minutes after he reacted to a stunning Barisic effort which struck the post. James Tavernier scored from the spot and Sakala finished things off late on.

Ben Davies continued his fine from alongside Connor Goldson at the back as the pair put in a solid display earning their second league clean sheet in a row. Reinforcements came in the second half with Kent given minutes alongside Leon King as Van Bronckhorst kept one eye on Wednesday's crucial Champions League return clash as Liverpool head to Ibrox. Here is how we rated Rangers players in todays win.

Allan McGregor - 6

McGregor was kept quiet through much of the game but was called to action to make a couple of crucial saves as Saints threatened in the second half.

Borna Barisic - 7

A positive display from Barisic as he delivered plenty of crosses into the box. His incredible effort led to the first goal after it rattled off the post and was finished by Colak.

Ben Davies - 6

A solid performance from Davies who is starting to fit nicely into this Rangers team. Looked comfortable on the ball and made some key interceptions to keep St Mirren at bay.

Connor Goldson - 7

Goldson marshalled the Rangers defence. Important clearances in the second half to snuff out any St Mirren threat.

James Tavernier - 7

Linked up well to feed Sakala throughout the game. Continued his clinical form from the penalty spot.

John Lundstram - 7

Helped snuff out St Mirren attacks and was solid in the midfield anchor roll again.

Scott Arfield - 6

Never got forward as much as he usual. Helped Lundstram break up the play and build attacks.

Ryan Jack - 7

Solid performance from the Scotland International. Provided energy all around the middle of the park.

Fashion Sakala Jr - 8

After impressive cameos at Tynecastle and Anfield was handed a start and grasped the opportunity. Regularly ran at the St Mirren back line, used his pace well and created plenty of chances. Kent will be taking notes.

Rabbi Matondo - 7

Was given the nod on the wing like Sakala. Played at a quicker pace, moved the ball fast and delivered dangerous crosses into the box.

Antonio Colak - 9

Continued is incredible form in front of goal. The Croatian goal machine can't stop scoring. Opened the scoring and killed the contest with his excellent finish for Rangers third. Also won the penalty to put his side two up. A fine afternoon for the star man.