The Highs And Lows Of The Betway Premiership: Orlando Pirates And Mamelodi Sundowns A Cut Above The Rest

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The last seven seasons have followed an all-too-familiar script, with Mamelodi Sundowns dominating all challengers. They have won a record-breaking seven consecutive league titles, and they have not just won they have done so with remarkable ease, shattering several records along the way.

They have found worthy challengers in Orlando Pirates, but as the 15-point gap they hold over the Buccaneers remains unchanged due to other commitments in recent weeks, no other club has stepped up even to claim the scraps.

Stellenbosch FC have had a fairly decent season so far, but by the standards they set last season, they have not quite lived up to expectations or shown significant improvement. However, this is somewhat understandable.

Steve Barker has had to constantly rebuild a squad that has been competing in both continental and domestic competitions while losing key players to direct rivals. It was always going to be a tall order for them this season, but they still have a chance to finish third.