The first piece of silverware in the Manx rugby season is up for grabs on Saturday afternoon.
Rivals Douglas B and Vagabonds B clash in the final of the Bernard Schulte Ship Management Manx Plate.
The Mooragh Park in Ramsey is the venue for the final, a repeat of last year’s contest.
And Manx Radio’s rugby correspondent Dave Christian says holders Vagas will start as favourites to retain the trophy (audio file attached):
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Both Vagabonds sides also on the road this weekend