Celtic will be looking to stay on course for the title with a repeat of their last visit to Rugby Park.
The Hoops haven't been to Ayrshire since late August as they take on a Derek McInnes side desperate to avoid the drop. It was a sizzling 5-0 hammering in the sunshine the last time Postecoglou's men faced off with Kilmarnock on their turf and Celtic will be hoping for something similar on Sunday. It comes after they defeated rivals Rangers 3-2 in the Old Firm derby to take a step closer to the title.
There was one notable absence for Postecoglou in the derby ding-dong with top star Reo Hatate being forced out. Matt O'Riley was more than a solid deputy on the day, while recently returning Aaron Mooy may have felt he had more to offer.
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Postecoglou admitted he may not look to risk the Japanese star while he ramps up his recovery, meaning the midfield three will be unchanged from Rangers. In attack, Kyogo Furuhashi and Jota proved to be the heroes of the hour and will keep their place. Liel Abada remains injured and Daizen Maeda will be looking to get another start on Sunday.
In defence, Alexandro Bernabei got a cameo appearance in the derby after replacing injured Greg Taylor but the Scottish star returned at the weekend. Expect Cameron Carter-Vickers, Carl Starfelt and emerging fan favourite Alistair Johnston to all start.
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