Jarryd Roughead is set to miss his first AFL game since becoming captain, after being a late withdrawal from Hawthorn’s Round 21 clash with the Cats.

Roughead will be replaced in the side by young ruckman Marc Pittonet, who comes in for his fourth AFL appearance.

“Rough has been managing some ankle soreness for a period of time, and unfortunately he just wasn’t able to get up in time for this week’s clash,” GM- Football Graham Wright said.

“He will rest up this week, and will hopefully be ready to return for next week’s clash with the Saints.

“The positive is that it gives an opportunity to Marc Pittonet, who has been in really good touch for Box Hill this season.

“He’ll share the ruck duties with Jon Ceglar, and we’re excited to see how they combine together.”

Read: Match preview - Round 21

Hawthorn will face Geelong at 1.45pm at the MCG, as both sides look to firm their finals chances.