Orlando Pirates centre-back Thapelo Xoki has hailed the return of his teammate and Bafana Bafana key attacker Thembinkosi Lorch as a big plus for the club in the competitive second round of the season.
Maritzburg United coach Fadlu Davids warned Orlando Pirates they will have their hands full when the two sides meet on Friday night.
Orlando Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi believes star player Thembinkosi Lorch is going to be key for the team in the final stretch of the season.
Orlando Pirates are through to the last 16 of the Nedbank Cup with a 2-0 victory over All Stars FC as the reigning MTN8 champions go in search of more silverware.
Cape Town City consolidated their place at the top of the DStv Diski Challenge standings, while Orlando Pirates stayed in striking distance with a win.
Orlando Pirates fans were anxious seeing goalkeeper Sipho Chaine get a lot more of the ball during their DStv Premiership clash against Mamelodi Sundowns, but the approach has been praised by opposition coach Rulani Mokwena.