Meshkov Brest HC — Kronon: 46:27, Division 1

Meshkov Brest ended Kronon's perfect start with a 46-27 victory in Division 1 on Sunday. Both sides arrived with four wins from four games and eight points each, the hosts sitting second and the visitors first. The result means the visitors can no longer claim sole possession of top spot.

There was no tension in the build-up, just two unbeaten sides meeting for the first time this season. We had backed the home side at 68 per cent confidence, and they delivered. The scoreline tells you everything about how the match played out — Meshkov Brest were simply sharper from the opening whistle.

Looking back at their recent form, both teams had been scoring freely. Meshkov Brest's last five matches produced four wins and one draw, averaging over 35 goals per game. Kronon's record was similar, though they dropped points against Masheka Mogilev in May. This time there were no surprises.

The visitors' perfect record is now over. They lost for the first time in the league, and the margin — 19 goals — was not something they could shrug off. Meshkov Brest extended their unbeaten run to five, though technically this was their first win after four consecutive victories.

Points-wise the table shifts slightly. The hosts move to eight points, the visitors stay on eight but drop to second. The gap remains tight, but the psychological blow of a heavy defeat at home will linger for Kronon.