They’ll also be looking to further damage the already fragile psyche of the Hibs players and support ahead of next week’s huge match between the sides at Hampden Park in the Scottish Cup semi-final.
Head coach Robbie Neilson doesn’t have a full squad to pick from with Beni Baningime out for the season of the campaign, while he’ll also be missing John Souttar, Michael Smith and Cammy Devlin for the league clash.
Nathaniel Atkinson does return to the squad after being rested last week following international duty, while Gary Mackay-Steven has recovered from a broken hand.
Here’s how we think Hearts will line up...
1. EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - MARCH 17: Hearts manager Robbie Neilson during Hearts media access at the Oriam, on March 17, 2022, in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)
Hearts boss Robbie Neilson still has a few players missing through injury. Picture: SNS Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
2. GK - Craig Gordon
The captain will be looking for his third clean sheet against Hibs this season. Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group
3. DR - Nathaniel Atkinson
The Australian is expected to return to the starting XI after missing last week's 1-1 draw with Ross County. Photo: Ewan Bootman - SNS Group
4. DL - Alex Cochrane
The Brighton loanee could drop out if Andy Halliday is moved into defence with another midfielder starting alongside Haring, but we don't expect that to be the case. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group