The Springboks know the enormity of the task that awaits them against France on Sunday but believe they have the World Cup pedigree to face up to it.
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick reminded fans that come knockout time at the Rugby World Cup, winning rugby is not necessarily flashy rugby.
The Springboks are fully embracing and welcoming the challenge of squaring off against a formidable Ireland outfit in Paris on Saturday night.
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick stressed the importance of delivering an effective all-round performance against Scotland in Marseille on Sunday.
Three current Springbok assistant coaches Mzwandile Stick, Deon Davids and Daan Human, have all signed four-year contract extensions.