North Melbourne will challenge Tarryn Thomas' one-match ban.

The forward-turned-midfielder was charged with engaging in rough conduct during the first quarter of Saturday's clash against Hawthorn, and received a one-match sanction.

Thomas will head to the AFL Tribunal on Tuesday evening. 

The MRO's findings were as follows:
Tarryn Thomas, North Melbourne, has been charged with Engaging in Rough Conduct against Changkuoth Jiath, Hawthorn, during the first quarter of the Round Nine match between Hawthorn and North Melbourne, played at University of Tasmania Stadium on Saturday May 5, 2021.

In summary, he can accept a one-match sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Conduct, Medium Impact, High Contact. The incident was classified as a one-match sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a one-match sanction with an early plea.