Orlando Pirates have confirmed that defender Nkosinathi Sibisi has been appointed as the club’s new captain ahead of the 2025/26 season[1][2][3]. This decision was made after a vote by the first-team players, following the departure of previous captain Innocent Maela at the end of the last season[2][3]. Sibisi, who joined the Buccaneers at the start of the 2022/23 season, has already made over 100 appearances and has won five trophies with the team[1]. He was also recently named the 2024/25 Betway Premiership Defender of the Season[1][3].
In his statement, Sibisi described the captaincy as “truly an honour and privilege,” pledging to fulfil the role to the best of his ability[1][2][6]. Supporting Sibisi in leadership roles for the upcoming campaign are Thapelo Xoki and Mbekezeli Mbokazi, who have been named vice-captains[1][2][3].