Okzhetpes pulled off a significant 2-1 away win against league giants FC Kairat Almaty in the Kazakhstan Premier League on May 24, 2025. This surprising result served as a major upset and one of the standout matches of the Kazakh season. Playing at home, Kairat Almaty were expected to control the match but found themselves frustrated by a disciplined Okzhetpes defense. Against the run of play, the visitors took a shock lead, which they managed to double early in the second half. Kairat pushed forward and managed to pull a goal back, setting up a frantic finale, but Okzhetpes held firm to secure a famous victory. The three points were a massive boost for Okzhetpes in their battle to move up the table, while for Kairat it was a damaging blow to their title aspirations. The Okzhetpes coach called it a perfect tactical performance, while the Kairat manager lamented his team's wastefulness in front of goal.