CHORLEY Lynx hopes of reaching next Sunday's National League Grand final were dashed as they were beaten 45-12 at Victory Park by Keighley Cougars.

Mark McCully scored two tries for the Lynx and also added a penalty, but it was to no avail as the Lancashire side crashed out and it will be the Cougars who will meet Sheffield at Widnes.

Chorley Lynx 12 Keighley Cougars 45