The Reds were cruelly denied a crucial bonus point but were still celebrating the end of a four-game Super Rugby losing run against Moana Pasifika in Brisbane.
With just two rounds remaining until the playoffs, round 14 provides an opportunity for teams to lock up a home playoff or confirm their spot in the top eight.
Moana Pasifika face a hectic end to their DHL Super Rugby Pacific campaign with three games in eight days, and their first is against a Reds team in Brisbane who are keen to make up for their 26-53 loss to the Blues in their last outing.
The Melbourne Rebels have made it a Super Saturday for Australian teams, backing up the NSW Waratahs' shock win with a 26-22 victory over Moana Pasifika.