The pair have played a key role in Pirates' run to the CAF Confederation Cup Final, netting five goals apiece in the competition.
"Gabuza has so much energy," says Tinkler.
"You saw the way he scored and how he celebrated [in the semi-final win over Al-Ahly last weekend]."He went to the canal and we lost him for a period.
"He has energy, his energy is phenomenal. He never gives up, he has the right mentality and fighting spirit and this rubs off on the rest of the players.
"Kermit Erasmus benefits from his aggression around the central defenders. It gives Kermit the freedom to express himself and show his qualities."
Bucs will battle Tunisia's Etoile du Sahel for CAF honours across two legs, with Orlando Stadium the likely venue for the opening clash on November 21.