Pirates stars leading list of transfers already justifying the investment

THE 2025/26 Betway Premier League season has already delivered its share of surprises. As the campaign pauses for the Fifa international break, the stage is set for another thrilling season ahead.

- OBAKENG MELETSE

Sekhukhune United and Kaizer Chiefs have set the early pace and remain two of only three unbeaten sides, with Mamelodi Sundowns sitting close behind in third place, just two points off the leaders.

The Brazilians once again entered the season as the team to beat, having set the benchmark for close to a decade. With rivals desperate to end their eight-year dominance, many of them wasted no time strengthening in the transfer market.

The opening weeks have put these new recruits under the spotlight, testing whether they can justify the investment.

With five rounds of fixtures now complete, and maybe with some MTNS8 performances to add, here are five signings who have already hit the ground running.

Kamogelo Sebelebele