Charles N'Zogbia hit the post as neighbouring relegation rivals Wigan and Bolton fought out a drab goalless draw.
Wigan forward N'Zogbia went the closest to settling a scrappy Barclays Premier League encounter after a smart run early in the first half.
Chances were few and far between but both sides will feel they missed opportunities to break the stalemate.
Copyright (c) PA Sport 2009, All Rights Reserved.