The opening round of the Shimmin Wilson Manx Bowl finished all square at Poulsom Park as Castletown and Douglas B fought out a 19-19 draw.
Ed Alderson was on the mark for Town with a try and the remainder of their points came courtesy of the boot of Sam Peel as he kicked a conversion and four penalties.
Douglas hit back with tries from Andy Corris and Jon Hill, plus three penalties from Mark Shortland.
Football: Douglas Royal and Peel rampant as pair remain unbeaten
Douglas & District play first ever senior women's match
Final 2026 ARA Championship round beckons
Still several titles to be decided at Jurby
2026 End to End Walk taking place today
More than 250 people signed up for grueling challenge
Football: Corinthians go top of premier league as Peel stumble
Castletown pull clear at summit of Division 2
