When Hearts went to Ibrox in September, things were a bit different in the Scottish Premiership.
Russell Martin was Rangers manager and Brendan Rodgers was still at Celtic, but one constant is that Hearts were at the top of the tree after they secured their first victory at Ibrox in 18 visits since August 2014.
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Lawrence Shankland fired in the opener after being played in on goal by Claudio Braga, with Rangers incensed it wasn’t chalked off for an apparent handball in the build-up by the Scotland striker.
Shankland wrapped up the 2-0 win late on, sweeping home the rebound after his original penalty kick was saved by Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland.
A repeat result at Tynecastle on Sunday would take Hearts 12 points ahead of Rangers in the table, having played a game more.
Conversely, Rangers could move within six points of the league leaders with a game in hand if they continue their strong domestic form under new head coach Danny Rohl.