All Blacks boss Ian Foster believes this weekend's game against South Africa will provide a clear indication of where they stand ahead of the Rugby World Cup.
Faf de Klerk says the Springboks won't crawl into their shells now that they're facing the All Blacks in New Zealand, as he called on his fellow players to step up to the occasion.
The Springboks are asking the entire South African nation to literally 'gear up' for a display of unity and pride in support of the national team's campaign on Fridays.
Richie Mo'unga will start at flyhalf for the All Blacks in Saturday's Rugby Championship Test against the Springboks in Auckland in one of five changes to the side.
All Blacks forwards coach Jason Ryan admits that despite their impressive win in Argentina, they will need to improve if they are to beat the Springboks.
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber says the Springboks will continue to make use of their larger squad throughout the busy World Cup season and at the tournament itself.