South Africa have surrendered top spot in the World Rugby rankings following their 21-19 defeat to France at the Stade de France in Paris.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus believes his side had enough chances to turn Friday night's 21-19 defeat to France in Paris into a victory, but failed to make the most of them.
Rassie Erasmus and Siya Kolisi refused to look for excuses after the Springboks' narrow loss to France, as they admitted they failed to play to their usual standard on a tough night in Paris.
Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither was the dynasty that Rassie Erasmus' Springboks are playing in.
France megastar Antoine Dupont is hoping to be full of surprises when he runs out against the Springboks in Round 5 of the Nations Championship on Friday.
Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus says being labelled favourites will count for nothing when they take on France, insisting that entertaining the favourites tag could lead to complacency.