The 26-year-old was handed an opportunity in the centre of the pitch after Bathusi Aubaas was forced off with an injury early in the encounter. Poggenpoel seized his chance, producing a commanding display that quickly attracted attention from supporters across South Africa.
Poggenpoel currently represents Durban City, who are the reigning Nedbank Cup champions, and his performance has now fuelled speculation over what could be next in his career.
Vilakazi, affectionately known as 'Tso', was among those impressed by the midfielder's contribution and made no secret of his desire to see him wearing the black and white of Pirates.
The former Buccaneers star went as far as putting a potential price on the transfer, saying he would be willing to pay R5.5 million to bring Poggenpoel to the Soweto giants if the decision were his to make.
"Once and always. These are the types of players we want at Pirates," Vilakazi said on iDiski TV.
"We playing Champions League, so there's no other way he can go to another team except coming to Orlando Pirates.
"After this performance, I can give him R5,5 million [to join Pirates].
"This boy Poggenpoel just reminded me of his uncle [Shane Poggenpoel].
"He used to play in that position. Played for Ajax, played for SuperSport United commanding that midfield.
"It was difficult to face Poggenpoel and when I look at this boy, he plays the very same position, he's good with the ball, he's got a good eyesight.
"When he goes to receive the ball, he knows where he goes and for me it's like he's been there for years and that's quality."
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