A dramatic game that saw a rejuvenated Urban Warriors stun second-placed Babina Noko.
This loss means Rise and Shine are rapidly slipping behind the chasing pack however, log leaders, Natal Rich Boyz, cemented their credentials.
Royal's coach, Floyd Mogale, was sacked after this draw, which places the money-spinning KZN outfit 2 points outside a play-off spot with a game in hand over JDR Stars.
Ezenkosi were brought down to earth by a desperate Igugu Lekapa, who previously suffered four consecutive defeats before grabbing a 24th point.
We Hunt To Kill are eight points from safely after throwing away a 2-goal lead as AmaTuks moved into the top six.
A shocked Abantu Bemthetho must be asking themselves what went wrong following this lashing, which severely damaged their goal difference.
Lesvin Stoffels grabbed his tenth goal of the campaign to give the Cape side some survival hope, while simultaneously dragging the Cane Cutters towards danger.
A 35th point for the title-chasing Hammer Boys whereas the Romans are beginning to look nervously over their shoulders.