EP Kings face fixture log jam

The Kings got a losing bonus point after scoring five tries in their 35-49 defeat against the Bulls in Pretoria last Friday.

"I think for us next week is vital," the Kings' coach said.

"We have a tough two weeks lying ahead and there is a chance that we might be playing three games in seven days, because of the first game that we lost," he added.

The Kings' opening round match - initially scheduled for August 5 - has been moved to Wednesday, August 31, when they are set to face Griquas in Kimberley.