Sumsel United and Sriwijaya FC drew 1-1 in a hotly contested South Sumatra derby in the Indonesian Liga 2 on November 2, 2025. The shared spoils meant local bragging rights were split, with both teams scoring in the second half of an evenly matched encounter. The first half was a cagey affair, with neither side willing to take risks, resulting in few chances for either goalkeeper to deal with. The game sparked to life after the break, with Sriwijaya FC breaking the deadlock with a well-taken goal from a cross. Sumsel United responded almost immediately, equalizing within five minutes to send the home crowd into raptures. Both teams pushed for a winner in the final minutes, but neither could find a decisive second goal, with the defenses holding firm. The draw was a fair reflection of the balance of play and kept both teams closely packed in the Liga 2 standings. The Sriwijaya FC coach said his team showed good character but needed to manage the game better after scoring.