Springbok centre Jesse Kriel was beaming with excitement when reflecting on the Boks' impressive 2024 season in which they won 11 of their 13 Test matches.
Springbok Pieter-Steph du Toit cemented his place in history by becoming the first South African to be named the World Men's 15s Player of the Year for a second time.
The Springboks' victory over Wales and their end-of-year tour clean sweep means they will finish the year as the No 1 ranked side in the world.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus gave all the credit to the players as the team finished their end-of-year tour with a thumping win over Wales in Cardiff to claim a clean sweep of victories.
The Springboks capped off one of their best seasons in recent memory with an emphatic 45-12 victory over a brave but outclassed Wales side at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says the Boks are determined to deliver a complete 80-minute performance and finish the season on a high note against Wales in Cardiff.