Diski Challenge Weekend Wrap: Pirates Pull Clear, Sundowns Respond, Chiefs Hit Form

The DStv Diski Challenge Matchweek 12 produced a weekend of high drama, goals, and shifting fortunes as Orlando Pirates tightened their grip on the title race, Mamelodi Sundowns kept the chase alive, and Kaizer Chiefs rediscovered their swagger.

Pirates Open Five-Point Gap

Orlando Pirates bounced back from last weekend’s defeat to Kaizer Chiefs with a professional 2-0 victory over Richards Bay on Saturday. The Buccaneers came into the clash determined to reassert their dominance at the top of the table, and they did just that.

Seth Green broke the deadlock seconds before halftime, giving Pirates a crucial advantage heading into the break. Richards Bay attempted to rally in the second half, but Pirates doubled their lead late on to seal all three points. The result opened up a five-point cushion at the summit, piling pressure on chasing sides Sundowns, Stellenbosch, and Bloemfontein Celtic.

Chiefs Hit Their Stride

Elsewhere on Saturday, Kaizer Chiefs produced their biggest win of the season, hammering Chippa United 5-1 to climb to third place. After going into halftime level at 1-1, thanks to Asanele Bonani’s equaliser for the Chili Boys and Amakhosi turned on the style in the second half.

Manqoba Ozoemena netted a brace, while Thulani Mabaso, Kamogelo Malefa, and Naledi Hlongwane added further goals to complete the rout. The emphatic victory extended Chiefs’ winning run to three matches, though they remain eight points behind leaders Pirates.

Arrows Dent Galaxy’s Hopes

Golden Arrows stunned TS Galaxy 2-0 in a dramatic encounter that saw the Rockets reduced to ten men. Galaxy, tipped as strong contenders, were undone by a red card and Arrows’ clinical finishing, leaving their title hopes dented.

Sundowns Keep Pressure On

Sunday’s fixtures saw Mamelodi Sundowns respond in style, thrashing Polokwane City 4-0 to keep Pirates in check. The Brazilians were ruthless, showcasing their attacking depth and reminding the league that the title race is far from over.

Stellenbosch’s Struggles Continue

Former champions Stellenbosch endured another nightmare outing, losing 3-0 to Magesi. Their downward spiral continues, with the team slipping further away from the chasing pack and struggling to rediscover the form that once made them champions.

Six-Goal Thriller in Limpopo

The match of the day came between Marumo Gallants and Sekhukhune United, who played out a thrilling 3-3 draw. Both sides traded blows in a pulsating contest, refusing to back down and leaving fans entertained by one of the season’s standout matches.

Siwelele Show Spirit

In Bloemfontein, Celtic fought back from behind to hold AmaZulu 2-2, displaying resilience and attacking flair. The result keeps Siwelele in the mix, though they will need consistency to mount a serious challenge.

Orbit College Stun Durban City

Newcomers Orbit College continued to impress, stunning Daine Klate’s Durban City 1-0. The narrow victory underlined their growing reputation as giant-killers, proving they are no pushovers in their debut campaign.