Sliema McDonald’s and Neptunes Emirates are on course to reach the BOV KO final for the fourth year in succession after the two rivals were kept apart in yesterday’s draw.
The Blues, who overcame Neptunes 13-11 in the 2010 final, will face Exiles in a two-legged semi-final on July 11 and 13.
Neptunes will meet the winner of the preliminary round tie between San Ġiljan and Sirens, to be played on July 7 and 9. The semi-final involving the Balluta Bay team will also take place on July 11 and 13.
In the Division Two KO, holders Marsascala were drawn against Valletta while Ta’ Xbiex face Otters.
The two KO finals will be played on July 16.