AS far as grand final re-matches go, the showdown between Imperials and Wentworth at Brian Weightman Oval was a stodgy, unspectacular affair but neither team could give a damn about the aesthetics.

It was all about the four points up for grabs - and pretty footy and finals flair can wait.

Just as they did in the final match of 2024, Imperials emerged victorious by a narrow margin - this time eig...