They weren't always at their best but the Springboks did enough to dispatch a brave Wales side 41-13 at Twickenham Stadium as they made a successful return to action after almost eight months on the sidelines.
Springbok stars Ox Nche and Makazole Mapimpi both scored twice while Lukhanyo Am also got on the scoresheet as the Sharks thumped Oyonnax 38-7 in Saturday's Challenge Cup clash in Durban.
The Cheetahs put together a spirited performance to edge a power-packed Sharks side 32-29 in their Challenge Cup tie in Bloemfontein on Sunday.
The Sharks have received a major boost with the inclusion of Springbok stars Eben Etzebeth, Jaden Hendrikse and Makazole Mapimpi in their side to face the Dragons in Durban on Saturday.
The Springboks have recalled outside centre Lukhanyo Am into their squad for the Rugby World Cup as an injury replacement for winger Makazole Mapimpi.
South Africa's Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus confirmed on Monday that Springbok winger Makazole Mapimpi had suffered a tournament-ending injury at the World Cup.