Australian Football League (AFL) Chief Andrew Demetriou in insistent that he will not give in to under fire Essendon Coach James Hird call for him to inhibit in taking part in the AFL Commission hearing on Aug 26.

In case of non-appearance by parties from Essendon, the hearing will still proceed, said Demetriou.

"The Commission, which I'm on, is intending to hear these matters," Demetriou said in an interview with ABC Radio.

"At this point in time there's no indication as to why I wouldn't [sit in on the hearing]."

He deferred to comment on the Bomber's current status whether they will be able to take part in the finals or not.

"It's about the absolute clarity and preciseness that our Commission has maintained, as am I, that there's no predetermination of this matter," Demetriou said.

"We go in to this with an open mind and we invite Essendon, and the four individuals who have been charged, to present their case as they're entitled to do.

"Any commentary or otherwise would infer we have a predetermination."

Demetriou denies allegations from Hird that he supplemented Essendon with information relative to the ACC report.

"You know my point very clearly on this," he said.

"It was impossible to tell Essendon anything when I was not privy to the information - that is very clear."

Meanwhile, James hird did not show up in a scheduled press conference on Friday, Aug 23.

According to AFL.com.au, Hird was supposed to reiterate his stance in not opting to step down as Essendon coach.

Hird filed a petition with the Supreme Court on Thursday praying to enjoin Demetriou and other AFL Commissioners who were able to obtain a copy of the ASADA report because they may base their judgment upon it despite its interim nature.

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