Hawthorn has made a late change ahead of its clash with Colingwood at the MCG this afternoon.

Ben Stratton has been withdrawn from the side due to a knee injury.

Kurt Keatherley has come in as the replacement.

โ€œBen just pulled up a little bit sore after training yesterday and had some swelling in his knee, so weโ€™ve decided to take a conservative approach,โ€ Hawks footy boss Jason Burt said.

โ€œIt is unfortunate as Ben was really excited to return today, but it does give a great opportunity for young Kurt who takes his place in the side.โ€

It will be Heatherley's third career game and his third as a late inclusion.

Collingwood will go into the match as selection.