Round three of rugby's Super 14 was perfect for the five New Zealand teams, with three in the top four.
The Chiefs coach Ian Foster is thrilled with their three away wins in South Africa and Perth, but last year's finalists will still be under pressure this week at home.
The Bulls top the table with the maximum 15 points, one ahead of the Hurricanes and Chiefs, with four points back to the Crusaders in fourth and the Blues are fifth equal on points.