Sam Morsy scored the only goal of the game on 26 minutes to secure all three points for the Tractor Boys.
Here’s how we rated the players at Stadium MK
1. Top Don: Jamie Cumming - 8
Beaten from range by Morsy, but made a string of vital saves in the second-half to keep Dons in the game Photo: Jane Russell
2. Zak Jules - 7.5
Had a few shaky moments early on, but recovered to have a strong second-half, blocking everything coming his way Photo: Jane Russell
3. Jack Tucker - 7
Looked understandably nervous early on, but like Jules, had a decent second-half when Ipswich piled on the pressure Photo: Jane Russell
4. Tennai Watson - 6.5
Defended pretty well, but wasn't able to add to many attacks from full-back Photo: Jane Russell