Rangers eventually managed to wear down dogged 10-man Kilmarnock 4-1 to keep their Scottish Premiership title hopes alive as the narrowed the gap on leaders Celtic at the summit to three points.
Philippe Clement’s side had to come from behind to get the better of the Ayrshire side following a chaotic and highly entertaining contest at Ibrox. The visitors opened the scoring through James Tavernier’s own-goal from a Matty Kennedy cross before the Gers skipper passed up a glorious chance to level from the penalty spot after Joe Wright was penalised for handball as he attempted a block on the goal line.
Wolves loanee Fabio Silva equalised right on the stroke of half-time to calm a nervous home support, before the Light Blues finally started to turn on the style after the restart. Centre back Ben Davies - who replaced Leon Balogun at the interval - turned home a rebound after John Lundstram’s effort was saved to put the hosts in front just after the hour mark.
Tom Lawrence then added a killer third with what proved to be a moment of real quality before John Souttar wrapped up the points deep into stoppage time to set Rangers up nicely for a make-or-break Old Firm showdown with reigning champions Celtic next weekend.
Here's how GlasgowWorld rated the Rangers players from Ibrox:
13. Ross McCausland (SUB) - 5/10
Some fans were left surprised by his omission from the XI, but the Northern Irishman again looked sharp when he was introduced for Sterling. Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
14. Tom Lawrence (SUB) - 7/10
What a difference the Welshman made. Outstanding quality for Rangers' third goal, displaying crafty footwork before curling a stunning strike beyond the keeper. Always a threat and has given Clement a headache ahead of the Celtic clash. | SNS Group
15. Ridvan Yilmaz (SUB) - 4/10
Back from injury and looked sharp after replacing Barisic for the closing 15 minutes. Delivered a dangerous free-kick that was headed clear. | SNS Group
16. Nicolas Raskin (SUB) - 4/10
Brought on for Lundstram as part of a late double change and worked hard both in and out of possession. | SNS Group