The Buccaneers started brightly with new recruit Oswin Appollis hitting the post in the fourth minute but failed to penetrate the resolute defence until close to half-time, with new recruit Oswin Appollis hitting the post in the fourth minute.
However, a swift move from the back led to in-form winger Kamogelo Sebelebelebe being afforded an opportunity to shoot from just outside the box, hitting the back of the net and providing the Soweto giants a slender lead heading into half-time.
The second half provided a cagey affair, with the home side attempting some speculative efforts before Stellenbosch gained the dominance, eventually forcing their first corner kick of the match in th 59th minute.
Both teams resorted to a disciplined approach with few clear-cut chances being afforded to either side, with only one tame shot being registered on target by the Western Cape side registered until the end of the match.
The result sees Orlando Pirates claim move into 11th position on the league table whilst Stellenbosch go down to 14th spot following three rounds of matches.
Both teams will be participating in the second legs of the MTN8 semi-finals this weekend, with AmaBhakaniya set to travel to Tshwane to face Mamelodi Sundowns, whilst Stellies will be looking to preserve their 2-0 first leg win against Sekhukhune United.
Mamelodi Sundowns claimed a 2-0 win over Magesi FC in the Betway Premiership on Wednesday evening at the Seshego Stadium as Peter Shalulile equalled Siyabonga Nomvethe's all-time PSL goalscoring record.
TS Galaxy coach Adnan Beganovic says it is important his side build on their 4-1 Betway Premiership win over Chippa United.
Richards Bay co-coach Ronnie Gabriel says it is too early to panic after starting the new Betway Premiership season with four defeats.
There were victories for Sekhukhune United, TS Galaxy and Polokwane City while Durban City and Golden Arrows could not be separated in Betway Premiership action that delivered plenty of goals on Tuesday.
