Sligo beaten by league leaders Instonians

Sligo travelled to Belfast to take on Instonians on Saturday, with both teams in a competitive position in the All Ireland League Division 2B.

Coming into the game Sligo were in fourth, equal on league points with second-placed Corinthians and third-placed Wanderers, with Instonians top of the league, unbeaten so far.

The game started with Instonians taking the initiative, scoring two converted tries to establish a 14-0 lead.

Sligo showed some mettle when scrum-half Brendan Cunningham scored a try, followed by Euan Brown’s conversion, making it 14-7.

However, Instonians were quick to respond with another try to widen the gap once again.

Cunningham wasn’t finished though, darting in for another try and with Brown’s conversion, Sligo closed the gap to trail by only a score 21-14.

Instonians kept up the pressure, executing a strategic cross-field kick that resulted in another try.

Sligo’s Martino Quiroga hit back with another try to leave them trailing, but as the match progressed, the home side secured a bonus-point try and continued building a score to run out 52-19 winners.

Sligo showed moments of skill and resilience, but Instonians were the better side on the day, taking their chances well and maintaining control throughout the game – and continue their unbeaten league run.

Next up is the visit of Malahide RFC to Strandhill this Saturday, November 11th, at 2:30pm.