MATT Thomas will face a fitness test on his corked thigh ahead of Sunday's clash with the Bulldogs at Etihad Stadium.

Thomas was a late withdrawal in Round 11 following an impressive game as a defensive forward against the Blues and his return would be a welcome boost for the travelling Power.

Meanwhile, Jasper Pittard was close to resuming from a hamstring injury in an SANFL reserves side on the weekend, but was held back another week and will face a fitness test at training. He's likely to return for Sturt in the SANFL as they face South at Unley.

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Midfielders Travis Boak (foot) and Mitch Banner (knee) are both still several weeks away from returning while Nick Salter has stepped up his training program as he recovers from foot surgery.

Full injury list
Mitch Banner, knee - 2-3 weeks
Travis Boak, foot - 3 weeks
Robbie Gray, knee - season
Jasper Pittard, hamstring - test
Nick Salter, foot - 2-3 weeks
Matt Thomas, corked thigh - test