Geelong will take a vastly different looking line-up into Thursday night's clash, making seven changes as they look to bounce back against St Kilda at GMHBA Stadium. 

As announced earlier in the day, Jay Polkinghorne headlines the inclusions with the high-flying forward set to make his AFL debut against the Saints, following a brilliant run of form at VFL level. 

Gryan Miers will return for his first AFL game since Round 13, Brad Close has been selected and will add some valuable pressure in Geelong's forward half, while Mark O'Connor will also take his place after being a late withdrawal against GWS last Saturday. 

Mitch Edwards has been added back into the line-up to bolster the ruck, Jhye Clark will feature at the elite level for the first time since Round 3, while James Worpel rounds out the plethora of changes and will play his seventh AFL game in the Hoops. 

The Cats had two forced changes, with Jeremy Cameron (AC joint) and Tanner Bruhn (neck) set to miss after sustaining injuries against the Giants. 

A trio of experienced Cats will be managed with Jack Martin, Jake Kolodjashnij and Mark Blicavs all coming out of the line-up, while Jack Bowes and Mitch Knevitt have also been omitted. 

Geelong will be looking to bounce back this week as their season reaches a crucial juncture, set to take on St Kilda at GMHBA Stadium on Thursday night. 

Fans are encouraged to be in full voice in support of their side, as the Cats look to return to the winner's list and improve on their ninth position on the ladder with six games remaining in the regular season. Tickets are available for the important clash with the Saints, follow the link through the promo below to secure your seat. 

For those who can not attend, the game will be broadcast on Channel 7, Fox Footy and streamed through Kayo from 7.00pm AEST, with the game to commence at 7.30pm.