Springbok fans might already be thinking about the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, but Rassie Erasmus has warned that the coaches and players can't afford to do the same.
The Springboks have dropped one place in the latest World Rugby rankings after their loss against Ireland, while the Wallabies have dropped to a record low.
South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber conceded his side were second best against Ireland in their epic Pool B clash on Saturday, but insists they can still retain the Rugby World Cup.
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.
Ireland vice-captain James Ryan is hoping to impose himself on the Springboks forward pack, in particular hard-man Eben Etzebeth.