Gavin Hunt sees Orlando Pirates as the team to win this season's Betway Premiership title ahead of defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns

Gavin Hunt has declared Orlando Pirates as potential Betway Premiership champions this season.

Hunt's belief in Pirates overcoming defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns is buoyed by the fact that Pirates have made good signings this season.

New signings include Tshepang Moremi, Masindi Nemtajela, Sipho Mbule and Sinoxolo Kwayiba to mention just four.

Durban City coach is adamant that's what Pirates got right in the current campaign.

“I don't really care, but if you look at the Pirates squad, they've got huge impact players, which make a difference,” Hunt said after the game at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday.

Hunt credited the Sea Robbers bench and also mentioned that their loss in the Caf Champions League is an advantage as playing on the continent can take its toll on the team.

“If you look at their squad, what they bring in on off the bench and them being out of Africa, it's a big plus for them,” he said.

“Africa, my friends, you’ve got no idea unless you've been there. So, not to play in Africa, I think it's a big plus for them.