Royal AM will be unable to participate in what was supposed to be their opening match of the DStv Diski Challenge on Sunday due to a shortage of squad resulting from various reasons.
Thwihli Thwahla were scheduled to take on TS Galaxy on Sunday, 1 August at King Zwelithini Stadium at 10 am before Kaizer Chiefs battle with Golden Arrows at 12 pm at the same venue.
According to multiple sources, Royal AM’s failure to participate in the match is attributed to an insufficient number of players available for the encounter against the Rockets.
Insiders indicated that only eight players are currently eligible to participate this season so far.
However, one of these players is under suspension from the previous season, leaving only seven available for selection on Sunday. This situation arises from the failure to register certain players for various unknown reasons.
Polokwane City and SuperSport United clash will replace this match to complete the festival.
Additionally, another match scheduled for the day will feature Cape Town City FC facing Sekhukhune United at Malta Park at 10 am.
DDC RESULTS ON SATURDAY
Meanwhile, as it marks its tenth season since its inception in 2014, the Diski Challenge returned with exhilarating action, featuring four matches on Saturday.
Orlando Pirates, who finished third in the last season, shared the spoils with Vusumuzi Vilakazi-led side AmaZulu FC.
This match marked the debut of ‘Kanu,’ who recently took charge at Usuthu, as he seeks to claim his third Diski Challenge title, having previously won it twice with Golden Arrows.
Meanwhile, Mamelodi Sundowns, who were runners-up last season began with a resounding 3-0 victory over Richards Bay FC.
Moreover, Chippa United beat Marumo Gallants 2-0 at the Buffalo Stadium. And the champions Stellenbosch FC were surprisingly held to a 1-1 draw by Magesi FC whose their first team was recently promoted to the top-flight.
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