Kaizer Chiefs‘ reserve team epitomised what it means to ‘fight for the badge’ by coming back from a goal down with 10 men to defeat Orlando Pirates 2-1 in a memorable DStv Diski Challenge (DDC) encounter on Sunday.

Amakhosi were rocked after only 14 minutes when Kabelo Nkgwesa was sent off for what the referee deemed to be a deliberate handball inside his own penalty area, and therefore a penalty as well, from which Pirates took the lead.

Showing admirable determination and resilience, Chiefs refused to lie down and drew level in the 26^th minute through Steven Mendes. Kamo Malefo poked home the winner in the 48^th minute following a goalmouth scramble.

The victory sees fifth-placed Chiefs on 39 points from 24 matches and closing in on the teams above them. They are next in action at home to third-placed Siwelele, who are in their sights, on 11 April.