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.
Springbok hooker Malcolm Marx paid tribute to his teammates after being named World Rugby Men's 15s Player of the Year on Saturday, becoming the fourth Springbok to do so.
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.
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber says that Rassie Erasmus has a "super power" when it comes to seeing potential in people.
Springbok lock Franco Mostert will not be suspended after an independent disciplinary panel ruled that he was incorrectly sent off for a dangerous tackle against Italy.
Springbok prop Thomas du Toit is adamant that previous encounters between South Africa and Ireland will have no bearing on their mentality heading into the Test on Saturday.