Just days after being knocked out of the Nedbank Cup qualifiers, Igugu Lekapa again failed to score against the same opposition.
The Natal Rich Boyz are blowing hot and cold, whereas Ezenkosi grabbed third spot with a late scrappy effort by Moeketsi Sekola.
A goal in each half secured Abantu Bemthetho a first win for 2020/21, while the Cane Cutters' unbeaten record came to a sudden halt.
A good opening point for Chiefs at King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium, where Babina Noko failed to score for the second match in a row.
In this much-anticipated derby, Callies illustrated who was best as AmaTuks came a cropper to a more skillful side.
Ea Lla Koto and the Hammer Boys remain without a 3-point haul.
An exciting match, which brought the best out of both sides but in the end, the Spirited Ones will be happy with their away point.
Pressure is mounting on the Urban Warriors' head coach, Vladislav Heric, who has only managed 2 points from a possible 12.