Elsewhere, Ronan Hale struck late to secure a point for Cliftonville in their home clash with Coleraine while Linfield and Crusaders played out a stalemate at Windsor Park.
There were also positive results for all three teams fighting for survival with Newry City picking up an impressive 2-0 win at Carrick Rangers, Portadown defeated Ballymena United and Dungannon Swifts drew 1-1 with Glenavon.
In the Championship, Loughgall are one step closer to Premiership promotion after a commanding 5-0 triumph and Ballyclare Comrades extended their unbeaten league run to eight matches with victory over Annagh United.
9. Fully committed
Glenavon's Matthew Fitzpatrick and Dungannon Swifts goalkeeper Declan Dunne challenge for the ball Photo: Pacemaker Press/Alan Weir
10. Keeper's ball
Crusaders goalkeeper Jonny Tuffey rises highest to claim the ball against Linfield Photo: Pacemaker Press/David Maginnis
11. Celebration time
Dungannon's Corey Smith celebrates scoring an equaliser for his side at Mourneview Park Photo: Pacemaker Press/Alan Weir
12. Dejected
Kirk Millar is dejected as Linfield can't find a way past Crusaders at Windsor Park Photo: Pacemaker Press/David Maginnis