For the first time in four years, the Buccaneers start their Nedbank Cup campaign against a lower division side
Orlando Pirates begin their bid for a second Cup this season when they host GladAfrica Championship side Uthongathi in a Nedbank Cup Last 32 match at Orlando Stadium on Saturday.
This is a trophy Pirates last lifted in 2014 under Vladimir Vermezovic.
After clinching the MTN8 earlier in the season, the Buccaneers would be keen to add to their trophy cabinet the Nedbank Cup.
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Pirates are the second most successful side in South Africa's premier knockout competition with eight titles after Kaizer Chiefs' 13.