Asante Kotoko were left six points behind leaders All Stars as Berekum Chelsea held them to a goalless stalemate at the Baba Yara stadium.
The Porcupines failed to take advantage of home court as they blew away yet another chance to close in on top spot with a share of spoils with Blues.
Kotoko determined to win all points to put their campaign on the right track dominated most parts of proceeding especially in the second half.
But the Blues bent on frustrating title aspirations of the reds put up a masterful defensive display to secure an important point.
Chelsea's goalkeeper John Mosi came to the rescue of his team a couple of times with a some breathtaking saves.
The draw takes Kotoko above Hearts of Oak to third whilst Berekum Chelsea have moved up to 10th on the table.