TWO tries in the final seven minutes gave Widnes a dramatic 34-29 win over Hull KR at the KC Lightstream Stadium.
Jack Owens gave Widnes an early lead before Mick Weyman's converted try levelled matters at 6-6. Dave Allen and Kevin Brown scored to give the Vikings a 18-6 lead before Kris Welham and Rhys Lovegrove scored just before the break to leave Rovers trailing 18-16 at the break.
Ben Cockayne's 90 metre try saw Rovers regain their lead two minutes into the second half. Brown scored his second for Widnes to level the game at 22-22.
Ade Gardner's try and Travis Burns' drop goal gave Rovers a 29-22 lead before Widnes' late fightback.
Jon Clarke scored in the 73rd minute before Brown completed his hat-trick and the scoring to seal a 34-29 win.
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