A gripping final showdown awaits Cornwall in the National Shinty League.

They are on the brink of defending their National League title for the first time.

They lead the English Shinty League (ESL) by two points and will meet London, Bristol, and Oxford in Redruth on Saturday, October 26.

The South West Shinty League (SWSL) saw defending champions Falmouth struggle against a spirited Mabe side at Dracaena.

Despite showcasing new signings, Falmouth couldn't contain Mabe's Marc Kelly and Libby Walters, who scored six goals between them.

Falmouth's Alex Amos managed a consolation goal from 50 yards, earning him Player of the Match.

The final score was Mabe 6-1 Falmouth.

Mabe's squad was led by captain Paul Tatibogel, with notable performances from Molly Shaw, Rhys Macdonald, Matt Mossop, Kelly, and Walters.

Falmouth, captained by Wayland Drury, included Winston Tjia, Amos, Megan Davis, Emma Waplington, and Matt Thomson.

In another match, CSM Gold narrowly defeated CSM Blue in a tightly contested derby.

Despite Will Brockbank's form for the Blue side, Gold's captain Molly Shaw, Ben Jarrett, Vic Johnson, Harry Shakespeare, and Walters/Kelly managed to secure a win.

Shaw's performance earned her the Player of the Match title.

The final score was CSM Gold 1-0 CSM Blue.

As the National League showdown approaches, excitement is building.

The event will be held at Redruth School during the Lowender Peran Festival.

Spectators and participants are welcome to experience Cornwall's historic game.

Cornwall Shinty Club said: "If you’d like to try one of Cornwall’s oldest games or come and support on Saturday at Redruth School we’d love to hear from you."

The club can be contacted via cornwallshintyclub@gmail.com or through Facebook.

The matches between Cornwall, London, Bristol, and Oxford will determine the National League champion.