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It was a war of attrition in the trenches today, with Methody’s superb defence, ultimately, the deciding factor in a thrilling game.

Weather conditions were always going to decide how the game was played. After a cagey start MCB took the lead midway through the 1st half with a try converted by and the visitors doubled their lead just before the break with crossing and McIlroy converting.

Early in the second half, Inst’s converted a penalty goal, but MCB soon replied with an unconverted try by .

Midway though the second half 2 players were dismissed, after punches were thrown.

There was nothing between the teams for most of the rest of the game until Inst scored close to the posts through , with McIlveen converting.

Methody thoroughly deserve their win and the bragging rights over their south Belfast rivals.

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Report and picture credit – Bob Given Photography

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