Orlando Pirates have confirmed Innocent Maela as their captain after the departure of Happy Jele, who spent 16 years at the club.
Maela's elevation became obvious after Pirates released defenders Thulani Hlatshwayo and Ntsikelelo Nyauza, both of whom acted as Bucs skipper when Jele was not available.
“A captain is a leader of men, a player who embodies the core values of the club. He inspires those around him and leads in an exemplary manner, on and off the field. “Maela has come full circle. Starting as a youngster in the club's academy ranks in 2012, 'Inno', as he is affectionately known, went on a five-year journey away from the club where he went on to cut his teeth, first at Witbank Spurs and then Thanda Royal Zulu.
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