Macclesfield ………38
MACCLESFIELD fullback Austen Keogh snatched a dramatic late win with the last play of the game in a pulsating 11-try thriller.
With just minutes remaining the hosts looked to have done enough when Louis Redfern created a 10-point cushion with his late try but an instant riposte from Samson Shute, dotting down in the corner, set up the last-gasp win.
The late heroics were not enough to clinch his side a promotion playoff spot as news filtered in of Tynedale‘s win over Wharfedale.
Macclesfield ability to counter at pace created the first try through Samson Shute crossing from 70 metres out.
Rudd got Tigers underway with a penalty, before Martin hit back.
Tigers responded through a Will Baker converted try for 10-12.
The visitors stretched their lead when Immanuel Shute crossed.
Two quick tries from Jamie Broadley and Silas Talbot gave the hosts a 22-17 lead at the break.
James Oliver forced his way over immediately after the restart but Tigers pressure saw them retake the lead through Tom Gladwin from a catch and drive.
Redfern looked to have settled it late on before a resilient Macclesfield stepped up.
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