The MTN8 - as we know the cup competition today - was first contested back in 1972. Image: @orlandopirates/xThe MTN8 – as we know the cup competition today – was first contested back in 1972. Prior to that (from 1972 to 2002) it was known as BP Top Eight Cup (sponsored by BP) and the SAA Super Eight Cup from 2003 to 2007 (sponsored by South African Airways). This year’s winners will walk away R10 million richer, while the other seven teams will all earn R1 million regardless of where they finish. MTN8 ROLL OF HONOURKaizer Chiefs – 15Orlando Pirates – 14Mamelodi Sundowns – 4Moroka Swallows – 3Bidvest Wits – 3SuperSport United – 3Arcadia Shepherds – 1Santos – 1Jomo Cosmos – 1Witbank Black Aces – 1Bloemfontein Celtic – 1Golden Arrows – 1Platinum Stars – 1Ajax Cape Town – 1City of Cape Town – 1