Defence coach Jerry Flannery admitted he is feeling the pressure with the trend in international rugby seeing more points being scored across the board.
Springbok newcomer Yaqeen Ahmed looks set to return home from the November tour after picking up a shoulder injury, with the 20-year-old facing scans to determine the extent of the problem.
Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has defended his selection of lock Salmaan Moerat, saying his unglamorous, high-impact playstyle will help South Africa succeed.
French football legend Thierry Henry has opened up about his admiration for the Springboks, revealing how Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth have helped the national rugby team become a powerful symbol of unity in South Africa.
Rising Springbok star Cameron Hanekom is a doubtful starter for their first November Nations Championship match against Italy on Saturday.
Springbok Women coaches Laurian Johannes-Haupt and Franzel September are taking positives from the season despite another loss to Ireland on Saturday.