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Albert Kelly will serve the last game of his two-match ban this weekend when Hull FC take on Wigan Warriors at the DW Stadium.

Kelly hasn’t made an appearance this season, missing games against Leeds Rhinos, Hull KR and St Helens and he’ll have to wait another week longer to pull on the black and white shirt.

Hull fans had expected to see the half-back return to the squad this week to provide a lift after a loss to Saints, but that is not going to be the case.

After being overlooked for selection for the opening game at Headingley, the half-back featured in the reserves' opening game of the season against Bradford Bulls and picked up a two game ban after been found guilty of a dangerous throw.

The ban was announced on February 6, before the derby clash with Hull KR on February 7, a game he did not feature in despite being named in the 21-man squad, with most people believing the ban started immediately.

Hull Live has learned that despite Kelly's ban coming before the derby game, it didn't actually commence until the start of the following week, meaning he is unable to play until round five.

That means Kelly's ban began last week in time to miss the St Helens clash on Sunday, with his omission from the derby match being one of selection and not suspension.

Kelly will serve the second game of his ban against Wigan this week, ruling him out of being involved in the intriguing encounter in Greater Manchester.

The half-back will therefore have to wait until Hull host Catalans Dragons on March 1 before being available for selection, alongside Chris Satae, who will also serve the second game of his two-match ban this weekend.