Nedbank Cup draw: PSL's big three set for separate paths in Round of 32

The Nedbank Cup Round of 32 draw, conducted on Thursday evening, ensured that the Premier Soccer League's heavyweights - Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Kaizer Chiefs - avoided early clashes, setting up intriguing matchups for the competition's opening phase.

Defending champions Orlando Pirates, who clinched the title in back-to-back triumphs, begin their quest for a third consecutive title against Richards Bay.

Meanwhile, last season's finalists and current PSL log leaders, Sundowns, will face minnows Sibanye Golden Stars from the third tier, presenting a seemingly favourable opener for the Brazilians.

Chiefs, desperate to end a trophy drought stretching back to their 2012/13 Nedbank Cup triumph, will take on Free Agents FC, a spirited team from the SAFA Gauteng region.

The match offers the Soweto giants an opportunity to make a strong statement early in the tournament.

Details regarding match dates, venues, and kick-off times will be announced in the coming week as anticipation builds for South Africa's premier knockout competition.

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Fixtures: Round of 32

Polokwane City v The Bees

Sekhukhune United v Cape Town City

Kaizer Chiefs v Free Agents FC

Mpheni Home Defenders v Hungry Lions

Magesi v SuperSport United

Mamelodi Sundowns v Sibanye Golden Stars

Royal AM v Milford

Richards Bay v Orlando Pirates

Venda FC v Cape Town Spurs

Golden Arrows v Chippa United

TS Galaxy v Vasco Da Gama

Stellenbosch v Kruger United

Umvoti v Baroka

Pretoria Callies v Marumo Gallants