Sunderland are aiming to bounce back from the disappointing 2-2 draw at home to Gillingham on Saturday afternoon at the Stadium of Light with the Black Cats three points off the automatic promotion places.
Will Phil Parkinson make changes for the trip to Rovers? Charlie Wyke is back in contention after he missed the Gillingham game with a back concern.
5. Alim Ozturk.
Alim Ozturk is likely to keep his place in the centre of defence for Sunderland away at Bristol Rovers. Photo: Frank Reid
6. Jordan Willis
Another certain starter tonight for Sunderland at Bristol Rovers. A key member of the back three. Photo: Frank Reid
7. Max Power
The skipper had a mixed performance against Gillingham but should keep his place for tonight's game at Bristol Rovers. Photo: Frank Reid
8. George Dobson.
George Dobson is still a booking away from a two-game ban but he now only has to see out two more games before the cut off point. Photo: Frank Reid