Pirates confirmed this week that the 28-year-old defender will lead the team going into the 2025/26 season, following the retirement of former skipper Innocent Maela. The leadership change comes as new coach Abdeslam Ouaddou looks to usher in a new era at the Soweto giants.
Speaking at the launch of the MTN8 Cup on Wednesday, Sibisi shared his pride and gratitude for being entrusted with the role.
"As a young boy, I grew up supporting Orlando Pirates, and in my wildest dreams, I never imagined I would one day play for the club - let alone become its captain," said the KwaZulu-Natal-born player.
"It's a massive honour and a privilege to lead such a historic institution."
Sibisi joined Pirates in 2022 from Golden Arrows and has since become a consistent performer in the heart of the defence. He will be supported in his leadership duties by vice-captains Tapelo Xoki and Mbekezile Mbokazi.
The Buccaneers will kick-off their 2025/26 campaign on Saturday afternoon when they take on Polokwane City at Orlando Stadium in the MTN8 quarter-finals. The fixture also marks the start of their Wafa Wafa title defence, having won the competition for the third time in a row last campaign.
With Sibisi now steering the ship, Pirates fans will be hoping his leadership can guide the club to further success both domestically and on the continent.
Polokwane City coach Phuti Mohafe admits it didn't "sit well" with him to see former player Oswin Appollis score against his side in their MTN8 quarter-final loss to Orlando Pirates.
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says his side have their sights on the MTN8 title after seeing off Polokwane City 2-0 in their quarter-final clash on Saturday.
Orlando Pirates delivered a commanding 2-0 victory over Polokwane City in their MTN8 Cup quarterfinal clash at Orlando Stadium on Saturday afternoon, securing their place in the semifinals.
For many young boys growing up in South Africa's townships and rural villages, football is more than just a sport - it's a dream, an escape, and often the only hope of a better future.
