Ordabasy secured a hard-fought 2-1 home victory over Zhenis Astana in the Kazakhstan Premier League on September 13, 2025. The win was crucial for Ordabasy's ambitions near the top of the table in a tightly contested match. Ordabasy took the lead in the first half, but Zhenis Astana responded strongly after the break to level the score. The game appeared to be heading for a draw until Ordabasy found a late winner, sending the home fans into celebration. The three points kept Ordabasy in the hunt for the title or a European qualification spot, while Zhenis Astana was left to rue their inability to hold on for a point on the road.