The EP Kings first division side will be looking to prove a point when they run out against the Down Touch Griffons at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Friday night, building on a solid performance that saw them lose by one point in the dying minutes of the game against the Pumas last week. Currie Cup head coach, David Maidza, said there had been a few significant changes to the team, as steps were taken to manage players who had come through from a long season in Super Rugby. Maidza said … [Read more...] about EP Kings vs Down Touch Griffons
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Super Rugby Players bolster EP Kings ahead of Pumas clash in Nelspruit
A much changed, strengthened Currie Cup team was announced by EP Kings Head Coach, David Maidza, this afternoon, following the return of a number of Super Rugby players to the squad. Only three players retained their starting positions from the team that played against Border Bulldogs last week, as the team gear up for a major clash against top of the log leaders, the Steval Pumas in Nelspruit on Friday. "I think we owe ourselves a good performance, especially against the Pumas. We have a … [Read more...] about Super Rugby Players bolster EP Kings ahead of Pumas clash in Nelspruit
EP Kings 9 (3) Border Bulldogs 6 (0)
In Port Elizabeth on Friday night, the Border Bulldogs' brave defence forced the EP Kings to fight for their 9-6 victory despite dominating possession in the last 60 minutes. Such was the tight nature of the game, the first points were scored in the 36th minute thanks to a penalty by EP Kings fullback Ntabeni Dukisa. His Bulldogs counterpart Dale Sabbagh, meanwhile, slotted over two penalties in five minutes in the second half to take a 6-3 lead in the 52nd minute. The teams continued to battle … [Read more...] about EP Kings 9 (3) Border Bulldogs 6 (0)
EP Kings team announced against Border Bulldogs
The EP Kings team that will take on the Border Bulldogs in their next ABSA Currie Cup First Division clash at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Friday evening and will be looking to build on the momentum of their 44-18 win against the Valke in Brakpan last week Friday. EP Kings head coach, David Maidza, said he was happy with the team selection, despite a number of players being out due to injury, and was sure that they would be able to give a good performance against Border. Maidza said … [Read more...] about EP Kings team announced against Border Bulldogs
Disappointment for EP Kings
The Regent Boland Cavaliers dominated the first half against the EP Kings at the NMB Stadium in Port Elizabeth on 26 July 2013 and earned a valuable 20-11 lead for their efforts. They inflated this to 30-11 after the break thanks to a converted try by SA President’s XV back Jacquin Jansen and flyhalf Len Olivier’s third penalty. But the balance of power shifted soon after as the Cavaliers made a comedy of errors which allowed the Kings to dictate play. With momentum on their side they … [Read more...] about Disappointment for EP Kings
Kings SWD Nail Biter
On Friday evening, 19 July 2013, rugby fans were treated to a nail biter as the EP Kings score a late try to deny the SWD Eagles back-to-back victories. The clash in George was nail-biting as the Kings staged a dramatic comeback to counter strong starts to both halves by the Eagles for a 35-34 victory. The Eagles came out firing and played effective rugby by retaining possession for long periods, which they supported with fantastic interplay between the forwards and backs. Such was their … [Read more...] about Kings SWD Nail Biter
Kings popping down to George
The EP Kings team that will take on the SWD Eagles in their next ABSA Currie Cup First Division clash in George on Friday evening, will be bolstered by the return of experienced players who were called up to play in the Super Rugby match against the Sharks on the weekend. EP Kings head coach, David Maidza, said he was happy to see experienced players such as Mpho Mbiyozo and Aidon Davis return to the starting line up, following their debut Super Rugby appearance against the Sharks. Talking … [Read more...] about Kings popping down to George
Leopards triumphant over EP Kings
The Leopards moved to the top of the log standings when they edged the Eastern Province Kings to 22-18 (half-time 17-9) in their Absa Currie Cup First Division rugby match at NMB stadium in Port Elizabeth on Friday. At the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium the Leopards dominated the first half and reaped the rewards with two tries to add to a penalty by flyhalf Adriaan Engelbrecht for their 17-9 lead against the EP Kings. But a change of tactics by the home side after the break to retain … [Read more...] about Leopards triumphant over EP Kings
Down a Griffon feel satisfied
In Welkom on Saturday afternoon, a fantastic first-half showing by the EP Kings, which earned them their bonus point try before the break and an encouraging 29-14 half-time lead, placed them in a comfortable position to weather a second-half fight back by the Down Touch Griffons and secure a 37-21 victory. One hopes that the continued good showings by the EP Kings are an indication that the headlines when the Southern Kings meet the Lions in the promotion relegation games will reflect one … [Read more...] about Down a Griffon feel satisfied
EP Kings – 13, Steval Pumas – 29
The Pumas fought their way to a 29-13 victory against a spirited EP Kings side featuring the union’s back-up players due to the Vodacom Super Rugby clash between the Bulls and Southern Kings. The Friday 28 June game was played in front of a disappointingly small crowd in sharp contrast to previous clashes between the two sides which have seen previous attendance figures close to a capacity crowd for the NMB Stadium. The EP Kings, despite some spirited attacking moves failed to penetrate … [Read more...] about EP Kings – 13, Steval Pumas – 29
Steval Pumas 39 (19), EP Kings 13 (7)
Carl Bezuidenhout kicked 24 points to lead the Steval Pumas into their first Vodacom Cup final in their history. The flyhalf turned in a faultless kicking performance as he succeeded with five penalties, three conversions and a drop goal on route to his side's 39-13 win over the EP Kings at the Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit on Friday. The home team were full value for their win as they ran in three tries to one. They had the better of the opening exchanges with their powerful defence … [Read more...] about Steval Pumas 39 (19), EP Kings 13 (7)
Regent Boland Cavaliers 23 (13) EP Kings 27 (8)
Four tries by the EP Kings were enough to see off a fiery Regent Boland Cavaliers by 27-23 in an exciting match at the Wesbank Stadium in Malmesbury on Saturday afternoon. The Eastern Province Kings Vodacom Cup side will now face off against the Blue Bulls in Pretoria in the quarter finals this coming week following their victory after trailing 8 points to Boland's 13 at half time. Vodacom Cup Head Coach, David Maidza said the team were lucky to have come home with five points, following a … [Read more...] about Regent Boland Cavaliers 23 (13) EP Kings 27 (8)
That Funny Game Called Rugby
In Super Rugby the Southern Kings meet the Cheetahs this Saturday and predictions are for another loss and the continuation of the wooden spoon status for the Southern Kings amongst the South African sides participating. Whilst in the Vodacom Cup the EP Kings are most likely headed for honours in the South Section of the tournament as the Toyota Free State XV only stand a slim outside chance of beating the EP Kings to the quarter-finals. If the EP Kings, away to the Regent Boland Cavaliers, … [Read more...] about That Funny Game Called Rugby
And in better news the EP Kings keep hopes alive
With a week of league action left, no team will go into the Vodacom Cup playoffs unbeaten after the Sharks XV and the Steval Pumas' impressive winning runs came to an end over the weekend. The Sharks lost to the EP Kings and The Lions beat the Pumas. The EP Kings reversed a 12-point half-time deficit to beat the Sharks XV by 27-23 at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday afternoon, all but assuring the team from Port Elizabeth a place in the quarter-finals. The hosts scored three … [Read more...] about And in better news the EP Kings keep hopes alive
Venue Change for EP Kings game against SWD Eagles
The Eastern Province Kings Vodacom Cup team that will take on the SWD Eagles at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University's B field at 3pm on Friday, 12 April 2013 and the team will include rugby stalwarts Luke Watson and Darron Nell. Luke Watson and Darron Nell who both missed out on the Australasian tour with the Southern Kings due to injuries in the first leg of the 2013 Vodacom Super Rugby competition will run out for the EP Kings. Watson will start at 8, while Nell returns to lock at no … [Read more...] about Venue Change for EP Kings game against SWD Eagles
