Nardiello double seals win
Striker Daniel Nardiello scored both goals in the second half to settle the contest in front of 1,200 sun-drenched spectators at Roundwood.
Manager Steve Evans gave run-outs to all his summer signings, including latest recruit Michael Tidser, and made ten changes at half time.
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Hide AdAfter enjoying long spells of possession against a spirited Gate side, Rotherham took the lead just after the hour mark when Nardiello fired in from a good cross by new boy David Worrall.
The marksman wrapped up the win two minutes from the end with a sweet finish from the edge of the penalty area.
The Millers now embark on a three-game tour of Scotland, starting against Greenock Morton tomorrow (7.30pm)