South African flyhalves Manie Libbok and Handre Pollard were both delighted to come away with 100% kicking records against Tonga on Sunday and believe the Boks have turned the corner in that respect.
Finn Russell is excited about the challenge that lies ahead against Ireland, as he knows he can't afford to put a foot wrong when the two sides meet in Paris on Saturday night.
Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen admits he is seriously considering turning his hand to coaching when he hangs up his rugby boots.
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.
Springbok fans would have been delighted to see veteran forward Deon Fourie produce a man-of-the-match performance at hooker against Tonga on Sunday.