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Ntshumeyelo raring to go

Johannesburg – Orlando Pirates will continue to monitor midfielder Thandani Ntshumeyelo following his return from a quad injury.

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Orlando Pirates will head to Durban with a complete squad for their meeting with Kaizer Chiefs to decide who walks away with the MTN8 crown.

The Buccaneers' website confirmed Ntshumeyelo resumed full training on Wednesday, September 17 at Rand Stadium.

The midfielder is confident that he is prepared to line up for the Sea Robbers on Saturday, September 20 at the Moses Mabhida Stadium.

“I trained well – no pain; I’m okay."

"I must take it easy for now.

"I did normal training, but because of the problem I had to take it easy. Everything is okay, I feel no pain.” said Ntshumeyelo.

The club medical team admitted that "Bibo" as he is affectionately known, is “80% ready” and they will continue to keep a close eye on his progress in training.

Kick-off for the MTN8 Final is set for 20:15.

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