Springbok lock Lood de Jager has been banned for four Tests after receiving a red card for foul play against France in Paris last weekend.
Argentina kicked off their end-of-year campaign with a well-deserved 52-28 triumph over Wales as the Steve Tandy era began on a disappointing note in front of a hopeful crowd in Cardiff.
All Blacks loose forward Ardie Savea says they need to learn how to maintain their composure better after their performance dropped off in the second half of their 25-17 win over Scotland.
Australia head coach Joe Schmidt has asked for patience and for fans to trust the process after they fell to a surprise 19-26 loss to Italy in Udine on Saturday.
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus revealed Siya Kolisi had no complaints when he was subbed off for Ruan Nortje after Lood de Jager was shown a red card.
South African-born former France international Paul Willemse believes Les Bleus need to try bto ully the Springboks' forwards to gain the upper hand at Stade de France.