AYRSHIRE sides have now learned their Scottish Cup fate after the draw was made for the first round of the competition.
It is safe to say that one tie stands out among the rest as six clubs from the county continue their quest in the nation's premier knockout competition at this stage.
Despite 60 teams being in the draw, Auchinleck Talbot have been drawn to face rivals Cumnock Juniors in this opening stage.
The pair both notched four goals to earn their place in the draw, with Auchinleck defeating Haddington Athletic 4-0 and Cumnock coming from behind to defeat Dunbar United 4-2 in the second preliminary stage.
Their reward has turned out to be a first-ever Scottish Cup meeting between the East Ayrshire rivals and what will widely be considered 'tie of the round' - one which many will hope will be selected for TV coverage.
Elsewhere, Glenafton Athletic have been handed a home tie against reigning North Caledonian Football League champions Invergordon in the first round.
It follows a routine 3-0 win over Dalkeith Thistle in the second prelim round.
Darvel FC, famous for their 2023 defeat of Premiership club Aberdeen, will also play at home as they host Highland League outfit Deveronvale FC in round one.
The Recreation Park side were 3-1 winners over Blackburn United in the second prelim round.
Completing an East Ayrshire heavy draw, Bonnyton Thistle will travel to take on Lowland League club Musselburgh Athletic in the first round.
They earned their place in the draw following 2-1 extra-time win over fellow West of Scotland Football League side Girvan.
One North Ayrshire side is set to compete in this stage of the competition - Kilwinning Rangers - after they defeated Penicuik Athletic 4-2 in the second prelim round.
Their reward is a trip which is sure to excited fans of the Buffs, an away tie to take on Highland League team Clachnacuddin.
No exact dates or teams have been confirmed at present but all round one ties will take place on the weekend of Saturday, September 27.
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