In-form centre Bundee Aki knows Scotland pose a "massive threat" to Ireland's Rugby World Cup aspirations due to his experiences with the British and Irish Lions.
Pierre Schoeman is eager to extend his 'miracle' World Cup beyond this weekend as he prepares for Saturday’s critical Paris showdown with Pool B rivals Ireland.
Lukhanyo Am reported for duty in Toulon in the south of France on Wednesday as the Springboks returned to the training field with an eye on the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals despite the fact that they do not yet know their fate in the competition.
Ireland Hooker Dan Sheehan says the players understand the complex permutations of securing a quarter-final berth at the Rugby World Cup.
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.