Star Hawthorn midfielder Jordan Lewis will play in Friday night’s big AFL clash with West Coast after the match review panel cleared him of a dangerous tackle.

Lewis conceded a free kick after he tackled Sydney opponent Luke Parker to the ground in the first term of Saturday’s match at the SCG.

The panel ruled that the force Lewis used was below what was needed for a charge to be laid.

There is plenty riding on Friday’s game, with the Hawks claiming top spot if they win.

West Coast are fourth and must beat Hawthorn to ensure they keep the double chance for the finals.

Port Adelaide’s Brett Ebert, Melbourne utility Colin Garland and teammate Rohan Bail can accept reprimands for their charges.

Ebert was booked for striking Brisbane’s Daniel Rich, while Garland was charged with rough conduct against Adelaide ruck-forward Kurt Tippett.

Bail is also facing a rough conduct charge against Crow Michael Doughty.

Richmond midfielder Shane Edwards was booked on Friday night for striking Essendon forward Angus Monfries, but the panel ruled the charge should not go ahead.