CYRIL Rioli's return to football is on hold and his future unclear following his return to Darwin to spend more time with his family.
The champion Hawthorn small forward was tipped to return to the side this week, having not played since round four because of a medial ligament strain.
He was reportedly desperate to play against Adelaide to honour teammate Shaun Burgoyne's 350th game.
However, he was ruled out of the game on Tuesday morning, with Hawthorn's general manager of football Graham Wright saying: "Cyril expressed to us his desire to return to Darwin with his wife Shannyn and be with their family.
"Physically, Cyril is in great condition, and potentially could have played for us in the coming weeks. However, we acknowledge his desire to be with family.
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