Dons vs Oldham C1 13/05/12

Match Preview

Doncaster Rugby League Club play their second home game in successive weeks and entertain Oldham Roughyeds this Sunday at the Keepmoat Stadium (3pm kick-off).

Dons duo Grant Edwards and Dean Colton (both knee) look destined to miss this Co-operative Championship One fixture after picking up knocks against Rochdale last weekend.

Edwards injury is much more serious but a scan has revealed no tear in his cruciate ligament. However, the full extent of the injury is unclear at this stage and the loose forward will be out of action for at least 3 months.

But the league leaders, who have just secured back-to-back wins over fellow title-chasers Rochdale, look set to be boosted by the return of skipper Craig Robinson and Mike Kelly whilst Dean Colton could be back for the Dons trip to Workington next week.

Head coach Tony Miller said: "We seem to be suffering with the injuries at the moment but that's the nature of the game, however, it's good to see Robbo (Craig Robinson) back for us.

"Oldham will be hurting after their defeat against North Wales last week and will come to Doncaster looking to get back to winning ways.

"We're more than aware of their threat and once again we will need to be at our best to secure the victory.

"Oldham are another team who will be competing for promotion come the end of the season so we'll be in for another tough afternoon."

Oldham will give late fitness tests to Jason Boults (wrist), Chris Clarke (shoulder), Mark McCully (knee), Paul Smith (hamstring) and Alex Thompson (groin).

But Luke Stenchion is definitely out after suffering a broken hand during the warm-up to last week's match with North Wales.

Oldham suffered a surprise 36-32 against North Wales last week and head coach Tony Benson said: "It's important we get back on track at Doncaster. We've had a pretty serious get-together this week, and it's important we push on from that."

On the Dons, he added: "They're a good team across the park, with some strong dual-registration players and Paul Cooke complementing what they've already got."

Toll Bar under 16s will be holding a bucket collection at the game and are looking to raise funds for the Steve Prescott Foundation. The lads will be walking 40 miles across the North Yorkshire Moors in a few weeks time so please support them if you can.

Match day prices are: adults - £12, concessions - £10, juniors (5-16) - £2.00 and under 5's are free of charge.

The club are hoping for a big turn-out at the game as the Dons look to consolidate their place at the top of the table. Make sure you don't miss out on another afternoon of top class rugby league.

Come on you Dons!