Chippa United sneaked past Polokwane City via a penalty shoot-out, after drawing 1-1, to claim their place in the Nedbank Cup last-16.
SuperSport United moved into second position in the standings thanks to a 2-0 win over Cape Town City, while Royal AM snapped a three-game winless streak at Golden Arrows.
Royal AM could not hold onto their lead against Chippa United in Saturday's DStv Premiership action, while Maritzburg came away 1-0 winners at Golden Arrows.
Chippa United coach Morgan Mammila says, even with his side now winless in five matches, his record remains superior to some of his more qualified counterparts.
Mamelodi Sundowns continued their rampant march towards a sixth consecutive PSL title with a 2-1 victory over Chippa United at Loftus on Tuesday.
Chippa United coach Morgan Mammila says he will be honest enough to tell club chairman Siviwe ‘Chippa’ Mpengesi when to fire him should results not pick up soon for the Gqeberha-based outfit.