Ballynahinch met Dungannon in the away fixture in the AIB League back on 24th October. On that occasion the Tyrone men were worthy winners at Stevenson Park 13-8. Reading over the match report of that game it was no classic.

The Hinch were poor and Dungannon were much more committed from 1-15, they wanted that win badly and the Hinch seemed happy with a losing bonus point.

A lot of water has passed under the bridge since then Buccaneers have played 10, they have lost 8 and won 2, they have 3 losing bonus points giving them a total of 11 league points.

Ballynahinch have played 9, they have lost 7 and won 2, they have 4 losing bonus points giving them a total of 13 league points.

Dungannon have played 9, they have lost 6 and won 3, they have 1 four try bonus point and 3 losing bonus points giving them a total of 16 league points.

In recent outings both teams have put in good away performances against the inform Young Munster team in Limerick and although they both lost they did manage to bring home a losing bonus point.

So there is nothing between the teams with regard to current form, so it is sure to be an interesting and exciting encounter this weekend, the nerves will jangle as the result will have a significant effect on the relegation battle.

A large crowd is expected and with the France v Ireland game live on TV in the clubhouse after the game, Ballymacarn Park will be the venue for local rugby fans this weekend.

So roll on the Battle of Ballynahinch – Take 2 – it will commence at 2.30pm on Saturday 13th February, how will the history books record this one?