Reigning champions Bullets have been drawn against Bangwe All Stars whereas the Nomads will face Cobbe Barracks.

If the two Blantyre-based heavyweights excel in their games, they will face of in the Round of Sixteen, which is a step before the paying franks.

There are three matches involving TNM Super League teams in the Round of 32 of the prestigious FDH Bank Cup following a draw which organisers, FAM, and the sponsors jointly conducted in Blantyre on Tuesday.

In the three games, reigning defending champions, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets will be hosted by Bangwe All Stars, Karonga United will face Mzuzu City Hammers and another match involve rookies Creck Sporting Club and FOMO FC.

Other Super League heavyweights, Mighty Mukuru Wanderers and Silver Strikers will face strong opposition in the same round with the Central Bankers, inaugural winners in 2021, but runners-up last year facing Blue Eagles whilst Wanderers will face Zomba-based Super League side Cobbe Barracks.

Meanwhile, the most-sought domestic fixture on the domestic scene, the Blantyre derby is in the offing if crosstown rivals, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets and Mighty Mukuru Wanderers excel in their respective Round of 32 assignments.

The Bangwe All Stars and Bullets match is game number 5 whereas the Cobbe Barracks and Wanderers match is game Number Six and the Round of Sixteen indicates a match between winner of game Six and winner of game 5.

This means the two teams could face in the Round of Sixteen, which is miles ahead of the paying ranks.

Ronald Chimchere, FDH Bank Limited’s Marketing Manager, has this to say after the draw.

"Our excitement grows as the FDH Bank Cup draws unfold, setting the stage for thrilling encounters. We anticipate a fiercely competitive tournament that will captivate fans nationwide," said Chimchere.

FAM Competitions and Media Director is Gomegzani Zakazaka.

"The FDH Bank Cup continues to showcase the best of Malawian football, promising intense matches and moments of brilliance. We look forward to crowning champions in what promises to be an unforgettable season," said Zakazaka.

This year’s edition of the FDH Bank Cup is expected to wind up in September and the winner’s prize money was increased to 35 million Kwacha.