Ipswich Witches and Leicester Lions finish Premiership KO Cup final in a 45‑45 draw

Ipswich Witches and Leicester Lions met in the Premiership KO Cup final, ending the two‑leg tie level at 45‑45. Both teams recorded strong individual performances, with Ryan Douglas, Tobiasz Musielak and Drew Kemp among the top scorers. The first meeting saw Ipswich’s Musielak unable to secure the trophy despite a solid effort, while Leicester’s riders, including Douglas and Dan Thompson, kept the score tight. The aggregate draw leaves the cup undecided and sets up a decisive replay at Leicester’s home track.

Key moments included multiple heat wins by the Douglas‑Thompson duo, a late surge from Kemp earning 15 points, and several rider falls that affected the line‑up. The result underscores the rivalry between the two British speedway clubs as they prepare for the upcoming return leg.