The Springboks know they need to be ready for any eventuality as they await their Rugby World Cup fate on Saturday when Ireland line up against Scotland in the Pool B decider.
In-form centre Bundee Aki knows Scotland pose a "massive threat" to Ireland's Rugby World Cup aspirations due to his experiences with the British and Irish Lions.
Former All Black Jeff Wilson reckons Ian Foster was correct to imply that the Ireland v South Africa match lacked entertainment in comparison to New Zealand's efforts.
Pierre Schoeman is eager to extend his 'miracle' World Cup beyond this weekend as he prepares for Saturday’s critical Paris showdown with Pool B rivals Ireland.
Peter Horne laughed off any concerns from the South Africa camp that Scotland and Ireland may conspire to eliminate the Springboks with an unlikely result that suits both teams in Saturday night's Pool B showdown in Paris.
Ireland Hooker Dan Sheehan says the players understand the complex permutations of securing a quarter-final berth at the Rugby World Cup.