Blackburn Rovers - Middlesbrough preview - Baptiste set for Rovers return
Posted Saturday, December 27, 2014 by PA
Full-back Alex Baptiste will be back in Blackburn's squad against Middlesbrough.
Loanee Baptiste was unable to play against his parent club Bolton on Boxing Day under the terms of his transfer.
Midfielder Corry Evans will serve a two-game suspension after accruing his 10th yellow card of the season, while Jason Lowe's foot injury will once again be assessed.
Rovers' options in the middle of the park were at least increased when Tom Cairney (ankle) returned against Wanderers.
Rhys Williams is unlikely to start for Boro after making his long-awaited return from injury against Forest.
Aitor Karanka handed Williams a first taste of action for 11 months in their 3-0 win on Boxing Day, but has told the defender to remain patient.
Daniel Ayala missed the game through illness and is likely to be subject to a late check-up before the trip.
Jelle Vossen and Adam Reach made impressive contributions from the bench, giving Karanka a selection headache, but Mustapha Carayol and Damia Abella remain sidelined.
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