SuperSport's survival hopes dealt a huge blow with loss to Pirates
For Pirates, who went into this match having already secured second spot, this victory helped them to close the gap on recently crowned champions Mamelodi Sundowns down to 14 points.
In search of crucial three points that eluded them in the end, Arendse went with his strongest possible team including Thulani Hlatshwayo, Nyiko Mobbie, Pogiso Sanoka, Lyle Lakay, Lebohang Maboe, Siphesihle Ndlovu and Cristiaan Saile.
In goal, Arendse chose Thakasani Mbanjwa and he was one of the stand-out performers on the night with some stunning saves though he ended up on the losing side.
His counterpart Mandla Ncikazi sprang a surprise in his starting line-up by handing out a debut to teenage goalkeeper Siyabonga Dladla on his birthday with Sipho Chaine on the bench.
Elsewhere, Ncikazi went with regular starters who included Nkosinathi Sibisi, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Deon Hotto, Thalente Mbatha, Patrick Maswanganyi and Mohau Nkota.
There was also space in the heart of the midfield for promising youngster Simphiwe Selepe, who continues to benefit from the absence of injured midfield kingpin Makhehleni Makhaula.
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