Vagabonds claimed an early advantage in the Shimmin Wilson Manx Trophy with a tight 13-5 win over Castletown.
The game was switched to Ballafletcher due to the heavy overnight rain which left Glencrutchery Road unplayable.
Luke Purdy picked up Castletown’s only try of the day.
FC Isle of Man and AFC Liverpool to meet in vital hunt for points
Both teams eager to move further clear of drop zone
Hockey: Cup finals double-header on the cards
Three Island national sides in EH Championship action this weekend
Rugby: Douglas to host Sandbach in big top-of-the-table clash
Vagabonds, Vagabonds Ladies and Ramsey all at home for final matches of 2025
Football: Prem title contenders Corinthians and Peel to meet
Big top-of-the-table clash at forefront of weekend clashes