Visiting Zoo Kericho held Kariobangi Sharks to a 1-1 draw in an exciting Kenyan Premier League (KPL) match played at the Kenyatta Stadium, Machakos on Thursday.
After both sides lost to Gor Mahia in their last league outings, they were desperate to get something from the game.
The visitors needed points to get out of the relegation zone, with the hosts needing maximum points to surge upwards on the log.
Last season's MVP Erick Kapaito gave the Shield Cup champions the lead after just 20 minutes following a perfect move that left their visitors open at the back.