Marcus Browne came off the bench to score the equaliser after Dominic Solanke had opened the scoring for the Cherries in the first half.
Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his marks following the match – scroll down and flick through the pages our picture gallery to see if you agree with his player ratings:
9. Marcus Tavernier - 6
Full of energy early on but occasionally faded out of the game when Boro were on top. 6 Photo: Clive Brunskill
10. Ashley Fletcher - 6
Tried to get involved but struggled to find space against three Bournemouth centre-backs. Subbed in the second half after a collision with Jack Stacey. 6 Photo: Alex Livesey
11. Britt Assombalonga - 7
Was constantly looking to run in behind and caused problems for the Bournemouth defence. 7 Photo: Jan Kruger
12. Marcus Browne - 7
(for Fletcher, 69) Came on in the closing stages and make an impact by scoring the equaliser. 7 Photo: Jan Kruger