All Blacks prop Tamaiti Williams has hailed the impact of Springbok loosehead Ox Nche, describing the front-rower as a "freak" after his impressive performances against New Zealand.
Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids believes the team's form stems from sustained hard graft, growing squad depth, and a set-piece that provides a solid platform for both attack and defence.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus admitted he was sweating after a slew of injuries threatened to derail their bumper season.
Dave Rennie has conceded that referee Nika Amashukeli was consistent in showing Ruben Love a yellow card in the third Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test match against the Springboks.
Springbok No. 8 Jasper Wiese revealed that they are fully focused on their clash with the All Blacks despite the enormity of the occasion in Baltimore.
John Smit believes Malcolm Marx has established himself as the greatest hooker ever to represent the Springboks.