Last years final was one of the legendary games to take place at Ravenhill with City Of Derry battling Dungannon for the Ultimate Ulster Senior Rugby Championship No1 position. Some have called it the cup of dreams and the legends of the game in Ulster relished the opportunity to get thier hands on the trophy. The massive occasion and crowd from both sides is expected to be an absolutely unique night and we look forward to compiling special edition highlights and DVD going live on the front page. GETTING NERVOUS OURSELVES. But once the introductions are over the guys will play the game of their lives. C u there and as a taster of the quality of rugby to be played here are last years highlights followed by this years official Ulster Rugby build up report & link to full story
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OFFICIAL BUILD UP REPORT:
Banbridge will make their first ever appearance in the Senior Cup Final when they take on 12 time winners Ballymena on Wednesday 14th December at Ravenhill (kick off 7.30pm)…
Ravenhill appearances were a regular occurrence for Banbridge’s 1st XV in the late 80’s and 90’s when they dominated junior rugby in Ulster. However, promotion into the senior ranks in 1999 has restricted their appearances in recent times.
But Banbridge swept aside a 14 man Instonians team in the semis to book their place, while Ballymena saw off the challenge of City of Derry.
Coincidentally, Bann’s last appearance in a Ravenhill final was against Ballymena 2’s in the 1988 Junior Cup Final. There is little doubt that the Braidmen are favourites to lift the cup on Wednesday evening, but Bann’s recent form in the All Ireland League will give them belief that they can spring a surprise.
