A visibly disappointed Springbok prop Ox Nche said the hosts have to bounce back strongly next week to get their Rugby Championship campaign back on track.
Coach Rassie Erasmus admitted the Springboks were "really awful" in their unexpected defeat to the Wallabies in their Rugby Championship opener at Ellis Park.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says he'll make subtle adjustments but intends to approach the No 8 role in Saturday's Test against the Wallabies with the strengths that have come to define his game.
The Wallabies have sprung a surprise by opting for veteran James O'Connor to start at flyhalf for Saturday's Rugby Championship opener against the Springboks at Ellis Park.
Springbok winger Edwill van der Merwe believes he is under no pressure to keep up his incredible try-scoring record against Australia this weekend.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus is expecting a fierce aerial battle when South Africa host Australia in their Rugby Championship opener at Ellis Park on Saturday.