The Hurricanes have suffered their first loss of the Super 14 rugby season, beaten 28-12 by the South African side the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein.
An error ridden performance cost the Hurricanes their three game winning streak.
Captain Andrew Hore says the team had gone to Bloemfontein expecting a win but admits his players conceded too many penalties.
The Hurricanes had two players, Ma'a Nonu and Jeremy Thrush, sinbinned during the game.
The Cheetahs led 12-5 at halftime.
