The Springboks have dealt with the disappointment of their 13-8 defeat against Ireland in Paris and still see plenty of reasons to be positive about their World Cup campaign.
New Zealand defence coach Scott McLeod has admitted the level witnessed in the Rugby World Cup Pool B clash between South Africa and Ireland is one they aspire to.
Ireland defence coach Simon Easterby believes the Irish will put on an even better performance when they face Scotland in Paris in two weeks' time.
Ireland talisman Johnny Sexton wants his charges to use the momentum from the win over South Africa to go deep into the Rugby World Cup.
Ireland coach Andy Farrell hailed the mental strength of his players following a nail-biting 13-8 win over World Champions South Africa in the Rugby World Cup on Saturday.
The Springboks paid the price for failure to take their chances as Andy Farrell's impressive Ireland side emerged 13-8 winners in Paris.