Reliable defender Harry Perryman is set to return to the GIANTS’ line-up against the Kangaroos at ENGIE Stadium (formerly GIANTS Stadium) on Saturday afternoon after recovering from a pre-season hamstring injury.

The club opted to not make the 25-year-old available for last weekend’s highly anticipated Opening Round match, giving him the maximum time to recover from his hamstring injury and to prolong his availability for the duration of the season.

Young gun Finn Callaghan will be a test for Saturday’s match, with the exciting midfielder overcoming a minor shoulder injury but sustaining a cut to his foot over the weekend.

Callaghan received stitches for the cut on Saturday and will increase his training across the week before a decision is made regarding his availability.

Darcy Jones will continue to increase his training loads and expected to play minutes in the GIANTS’ VFL practice match on Saturday as the exciting 2022 draft prospect edges towards a potential AFL debut.

Meanwhile, scans have confirmed the extent of the AC joint injury that Callan Ward sustained in the second quarter of Saturday night’s win against the Pies.

The experienced campaigner is set for a 6-8 week stint on the sidelines but will not require surgery.

In other news, Isaac Cumming’s return to the side has been delayed, with the emerging leader injuring his calf at training last week.

GIANTS Head of Medical James Rahme said:

“We're pleased to declare Harry fit and available this week after holding him back for the Opening Round match last week,” he said.

“As a member of the leadership group, we know he is invaluable to the side, and we look forward to seeing him to return to the side this week.

“We now have a clear understanding of Callan’s shoulder injury and whilst he is set for a stint on the sidelines, it’s a great result that his injury won’t require surgery.

“He’s a tough and resilient athlete, so I’m sure he will be doing whatever it takes to return as quickly as possible.

“Disappointingly for Isaac, he’s been dealt a further setback injuring his calf in the final stages of his quad rehabilitation. However, similarly to Callan, he’ll approach his rehab with diligence and professionalism.”

The GIANTS will return to ENGIE Stadium (formerly GIANTS Stadium) for a second week in a row, as they get set to host the Kangaroos on Saturday at 4:35pm.

Injury List – March 11