Ireland lock James Ryan has admitted to feeling "devastated" after he received his marching orders during their Autumn Nations Series clash against the Springboks last month.
New Zealand are set to host France, Ireland and Italy in the 2026 Nations Championship.
Springbok lock RG Snyman says he never expected to play 50 Tests for his country and was delighted to do so with a win against an Ireland team full of familiar faces.
Rassie Erasmus conceded the Springboks weren't at their best in the 24-13 win over Ireland but was a happy man after coming away with a victory in Dublin for the first time since 2012.
Ireland veteran Robbie Henshaw says he's relishing what he calls a "real test" as Ireland prepare to host the Springboks in Dublin on Saturday.
Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe says the contest in the air will once again be decisive when the world champions face Ireland in Dublin this weekend.