Predicting Orlando Pirates' XI to face Casric Stars FC in Nedbank Cup: Relebohile Mofokeng to be rested ahead of Soweto derby against Kaizer Chiefs while Daniel Msendami makes maiden Bucs start after Yanela Mbuthuma fired blanks versus Mamelodi Sundowns?

The former TS Galaxy goalkeeper started for the first time this season when Pirates beat Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila and conceded a goal in the 4-1 Round of 32 win. 

He would want to keep a clean sheet this time around and prove he deserves regular game time. 

The former Stellenbosch FC captain has picked up form in recent matches, although he came on from the bench against Mamelodi Sundowns in midweek. 

Hotto's experience has always been handy for Pirates against any opponents.

Seema has established himself as a reliable central defender, although he was shaken by Sundowns in midweek and would want to improve.

The former Marumo Gallants man was a starter against TTM and could be back to step in for captain Nkosinathi Sibisi, who could be rested ahead of the Soweto Derby.

With Makhehlene Makhaula now prone to injuries and also needed against Chiefs, Ouaddou is likely to rest the veteran midfielder for Mbatha.

The former Marumo Gallants man has not disappointed in the games he has started for the Buccaneers. 

The Kiwi scored from the penalty spot in his first start for the club against TTM and could be back in the line-up as Ouaddou might opt to rest Relebohile Mofokeng for the Soweto Derby. 

This is a game that might help the former Polokwane City man rediscover his form and get some inspiration going into the Amakhosi match.

This is a player who can hurt Casric Stars on a day when he is in top form. 

The Zimbabwe international is pushing for his first start in Pirates colours and could be considered after Yanela Mbuthuma was wasteful against Sundowns.