Republic of Ireland midfielder Keith Andrews will replace the injured Vince Grella in Blackburn's lineup as they take on Wigan at the DW Stadium today.
Centre-back Chris Samba returning after a stomach bug at the expense of Lars Jacobsen.
Wigan striker Jason Scotland has been drafted in for his 10th Premier League start.
The Latics’ match against Bolton was called off last Monday and the Trinidad and Tobago international is the only alteration – replacing injured midfielder Mohamed Diame – from the side that lost at Liverpool 10 days ago.