Royal AM claimed a decisive victory over Stellenbosch in Sunday's DStv Premiership action, while Cape Town City squandered a two-goal lead against AmaZulu.
It will take financial muscle and a consistent squad for any of Mamelodi Sundowns’ rivals to close the gap next season.
Champions Mamelodi Sundowns were frustrated as they were forced to settle for a goalless draw against 10-man Cape Town City at Loftus stadium on Tuesday.
Former Cape Town City midfielder Mpho Makola has claimed the club terminated his contract in January after he was unavailable to attend a cricket match with the rest of the squad.
Kaizer Chiefs and Cape Town City are understood to have agreed to the transfer of midfielder Mduduzi Mdantsane, in principle, effective 1 July.
Western Cape outfits Stellenbosch and Cape Town City won their DStv Premiership games on Saturday, while AmaZulu were held to a draw at home.