Luton grabbed a point away at Rushden & Diamonds in what could yet prove to be a dress rehearsal for the Blue Square Premier play-off final.

Both sides had already secured their play-off places and other results in the league mean they will avoid each other in the semi-finals.

The Hatters struck first after nine minutes through Tom Craddock, who netted his 23rd goal of the season.

Mark Byrne's volley followed shortly after and brought the hosts level.

Rushden & D'monds:

Roberts, Porter, Huke, Stuart, Osano, Pattison (Akurang 77), Terry, Byrne (Wolleaston 66), Smith, Louis, Tomlin (Farrell 55).
Subs Not Used: Day, McDonald.

Goals: Byrne 20.

Luton:

Tyler, Newton, Kovacs, Pilkington, Murray, Barnes-Homer, Heslop (Blackett 70), Jarvis, Howells, Gallen (Hall 63), Craddock (Nwokeji 88).
Subs Not Used: Gore, Asafu-Adjaye.

Goals: Craddock 9.

Att: 4,820

Ref: Nick Kinseley (Essex).

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