The injury to veteran lock Eben Etzebeth was the only drawback to what was an otherwise ideal start to the Springboks' Rugby World Cup campaign.
Japan overcame a strong start from Rugby World Cup debutants Chile but eventually powered to a 42-12 victory in their tournament opener in Toulouse on Sunday.
George Ford's educated right foot secured victory for England as they beat Argentina 27-10 at the World Cup, despite losing Tom Curry to a red card early.
Australia eased to a comfortable 35-15 victory over Georgia at Stade de France on Saturday, in their opening Pool C game at the World Cup.
France got their Rugby World Cup campaign off to the perfect start as they thumped the All Blacks 27-13 at a steamy Stade de France in Paris on Friday.
The majority of South Africans will be able to view the Springbok matches at the Rugby World Cup after it was confirmed that the national broadcaster (SABC) has struck a deal with MultiChoice.