Tony Craig expected to be available for Bristol Rovers

Veteran defender Tony Craig is expected to be fit for Bristol Rovers’ home game with AFC Wimbledon.

Craig suffered a cheek injury in Rovers’ goalless draw against Oxford but an X-ray has revealed no lasting damage.

Kyle Bennett and Sam Matthews are in contention for starting spots as Rovers seek to end an eight-and-a-half hour goal drought.

Tareiq Holmes-Dennis is closing in on full fitness after a knee injury, although this game is likely to be too soon for him.

Dons boss Neal Ardley is under growing pressure after seven defeats in eight games in all competitions.

Ardley made four changes to the side on Saturday but could reshuffle the pack again after a timid 2-0 defeat at Blackpool.

Liam Trotter and Mitch Pinnock provide midfield options, especially if Ardley decides upon a change of formation.

Six-goal striker Joe Pigott is also hoping for a recall after dropping to the bench at Blackpool.