Match inevitably drawn? (3)
I believe the answer is:
tie
'match' is the definition.
(tie can mean a sporting fixture)
I don't understand how the remainder of the clue works.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for tie that I've seen before include "Fasten; level game" , "Knot; limit" , "Stalemate" , "'Fasten, with string say (3)'" , "Gentleman's item of clothing" .)