Stormers have maintained they first spot on the Super 15 points table with 20 points after round five.

Chiefs is second, Brumbies third and Bulls fourth.

Over the weekend, Defending Super Rugby champions the Reds were hammered 61-8 by the Bulls while Stormers defeated Lions 24-19.

The Crusaders were given a scare by the Cheetahs but rallied to secure a 28-21 victory.

In Australia, the Brumbies ended the Highlanders winning run 33-26, while the Waratahs defeated the Sharks 34-30.

In round six this week, Highlanders will play Rebels at 6.35pm this Friday.

Story by: Dhanjay Deo