Killie were unable to create any meaningful opportunities after the break as the Saints defence impressed.

BBC: Kilmarnock 0-1 St Mirren

And within minutes, Killie had doubled their lead with Kyle once again the marksman.

BBC: Kilmarnock striker Kevin Kyle

Liam Kelly scored a deserved equaliser for Killie after a period of sustained second-half pressure.

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