Max Dean’s first-half brace looked to be enough to secure the first win since August for Graham Alexander’s men, before the Bluebirds fired home twice in time added on at the end to deny them.
Here’s how we rated the players.
1. MK Dons player ratings after the draw with Barrow
The final five minutes took significant shine off what was otherwise a hardworking performance at Stadium MK Photo: Pete Norton
2. Craig MacGillivray - 7.5
Left helpless for both late goals, but in the previous 93 minutes, fielded crosses and half-chances, while making some important saves when needed too Photo: Pete Norton
3. Tommy Smith - 7.5
Interrupted his international duties with New Zealand to fly home to be a part of Dons' action, and held up his end of the bargain with a great showing Photo: Jane Russell
4. Jack Tucker - 7
Assured until the very end, but he was one of those who fell apart in the latter stages Photo: Jane Russell