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After a game that had stayed close from the opening bounce, with multiple lead changes, the Dubai Dingoes stole the points from their opponents, the Doha Kangaroos, after the final siren. In a thriller, a Dingo shot on goal after the final siren had blown saw them pinch the game by just one point, much to the horror of the local Doha crowd.

The final scores saw the Dubai Dingoes 11 9 75 down the Doha Kangaroos 10 14 74

The win restores order for the Dingoes after they lost their first match of the season to the BM Bulls. For the kangaroos, the result has compounded a bad start to the season. They are yet to win a game from two outings this season and have to meet powerhouse, the Dubai Dragons, next round in Doha.

In the Dubai title fight between the perennial powerhouse and the precocious new kids on the block, the Dubai Dragons delivered a message that stories of their imminent demise are premature. In a game touted by many as a possible changing of the guard in Dubai dominance, the Dragons never let the BM Bulls into the match.

The Bulls reached the pre-season and regular season grand finals last season, losing both to the Dragons. But their impressive start to this year saw them win the pre-season cup and win their opening match against the Dingoes well, suggesting a shift in power was possible. The Dragons themselves conceded they had lost some personnel from last year.

But in the end, the Dragons just laughed off the challenge, romping to what was eventually a comprehensive victory to the tune of 48 points. The dominance was clear in the scoring shots with the Dragons having 25 shots to the Bulls just 12. The Dragons can now be confident of another strong season, with the Bulls one of their key challengers. For the Bulls, the game was a reality check, reminding them that there is still a gulf to be bridged between their best and the best in the competition. Though, few doubt they will close that gap, and quickly.

The final scores saw the Dubai Dragons 16 9 105 defeat the BM Bulls 9 3 57