It's a blockbuster start to 2023 as Hearts and Hibs lock horns in the Edinburgh derby.
Robbie Neilson's men go into this one the happier of the two capital clubs with his side occupying third place in the table after a five-goal thriller with St Johnstone last time out. They hold a three point advantage over Aberdeen in fourth - who have played a game more than the Jambos. Across the city Lee Johnson and his troops go into this one off the back of a hammering by Celtic on their own patch. They are eighth in the Premiership table ahead of their trip to Tynecastle.
The Hibees are five points behind the Gorgie side having played a game more in the hunt for the best of the rest spot and a spot in Europe next season behind the Hoops and Rangers. They know the importance of not losing this one as they bid to kick-start their campaign and get the new year off to a flying start. Here's all the information you need ahead of the Edinburgh derby showdown.
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What TV channel is the match on?
Hearts vs Hibs is NOT live on TV.
When is the game and can I live stream it?
This game is available to live stream via Hearts' PPV service.
A game pass will set supporters back £12.99 and can be purchased here.
The game takes place on Monday, January 2 at Tynecastle and will kick-off at 3pm.
You can keep up to date with the score and all the latest news by following Edinburgh Live Sport on Twitter.
Alternatively, BBC Sportsound will provide updates as will Hearts and Hibs via their social media channels.
Sportscene will show extended highlights of the match from 7.15pm that same evening.
Team news
Hearts are without injured skipper Craig Gordon until the summer after a leg break with Zander Clark stepping up in goal.
Stephen Kingsley faces a race against time as he goes through concussion protocols.
Craig Halkett has had a scan with the Jambos awaiting news on his latest injury.
Stephen Humphrys has trained and should return in a major boost to Robbie Neilson.
Lee Johnson could call upon Mykola Kuharevich after his injury setback against Celtic.
Kevin Nisbet has continued to impress since returning from long-term injury and is set to play a key part for the visitors.
Aiden McGeady has been on the bench in recent games after also returning from an extended period out.
Ryan Porteous is banned for this one while Martin Boyle is sidelined.
Latest odds
Hearts 11/10
Draw 5/2
Hibs 21/10
**Odds correct from Paddy Power at time of writing**
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