Jordan Bannon edged out Howard Carefull in a tight 3-2 victory, reinforcing his second-place standing in Widnes Division 3 with 9 points from 3 matches. Howard, now third with 7 points, remains in striking distance with one match left. This closely contested match highlights a budding rivalry, as Bannon extends his slight lead in their head-to-head record. The final fixtures will be crucial for both players aiming to solidify their top positions.