Abu Dhabi Harlequins ran out 31-21 victors over Dubai Hurricanes in there West Asia Premiership match in the capital on Friday night.
It was Quins' third straight win and sees them level on 15 points with Dubai Exiles - who thrashed Dubai Eagles 46-12 on Friday - at the top of the table.
Bahrain inflicted a 13-9 home defeat to Jebel Ali Dragons.
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