Mamelodi Sundowns are technically the holders in the Carlin Knockout having won the previous version of the competition when it was last played as the Telkom Knockout in 2019.
Premier Soccer League chairman Dr Irvin Khoza has revealed that the Telkom Knockout will not form part of the 2020-21 football calendar after the sponsors pulled out due to the financial implications of Covid-19.
Maritzburg United coach Eric Tinkler has admitted that he will need to act as a psychologist to get himself and his team up for their forthcoming clash against Kaizer Chiefs after disappointment in the Telkom Knockout final.
Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Themba Zwane believes that his teams victory in the Telkom Knockout could help inspire Downs to further silverware this season as they target the Absa Premiership and Caf Champions League.
Watch the moment that Maritzburg United striker Judas Moseamedi thought he had equalised in the death of the Telkom Knockout final against Mamelodi Sundowns only for the linesman to raise his flag.
Mamelodi Sundowns captain Hlompho Kekana revealed that they are looking to help the recently suspended Gaston Sirino manage his emotions heading into the Telkom Knockout final against Maritzburg United.
Mamelodi Sundowns captain Hlompho Kekana believes that Maritzburg United will pose a dangerous threat in Saturday’s Telkom Knockout final.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane believes that it’s about time that his side benefited from a refereeing error adding that he will gladly accept another helping hand in Saturday’s Telkom Knockout final.
Mamelodi Sundowns are aiming to win their first domestic cup since 2015, while Maritzburg United are aiming to lift their very first trophy when the two teams meet in the Telkom Knockout final on Saturday afternoon.
Watch as Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane and forward Sibusiso Vilakazi speak to the media in the buildup to the Telkom Knockout Cup final against Maritzburg United.