KPL game between Zhenis and Ordabas concludes with two knockouts and a stalemate
In the 11th round of the Kazakhstan Championship, a goal-filled draw occurred between home team Kairat and Shymkent's Ordabasy at Astana Arena. The match ended with a 2:2 scoreline, as Kairat initially took the lead with goals from Nurbol Zhumaskaliyev and Aslan Dyusebayev in the 3rd and 38th minutes, respectively. However, Ordabasy clawed their way back, thanks to efforts from defender Sergey Malyi in the 71st minute and Zikriullo Sulaimanov equalizing in the 90th minute.
The contest became increasingly heated during the second half, resulting in red cards being shown to both teams. First, Ordabasy defender Ular Zhaksybayev was dismissed, followed by Kairat player Sagadat Tursynbay. As of the latest available data, Shymkent currently sits in 7th place with 15 points, while Kairat trails behind in 12th place with 7 points in the league.
While historically Kairat has shown a stronger record against Ordabasy, the latest match outcome does not significantly impact their respective league positions. Kairat remains in a leading position in the championship table, while Ordabasy continues to hold a top-tier standing, albeit not in the first position.
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Despite the excitement of the draw in the 11th round of the Kazakhstan Championship, both Kairat and Ordabasy have struggled to maintain a consistent pace in the European-leagues, with Kairat in 12th place and Ordabasy in 7th place in the Premier-League. Regardless, the fierce encounter between the two sides reaffirmed the intensity of their football rivalry.
