Nicholas Zaal

The prop said there is still belief in the Springbok camp that they can bounce back in their remaining three matches against New Zealand.

'Siya's got some strengths. He's really good at sorting the attacking breakdown out quickly. It was an area we struggled with.'

With Kolbe injured Pollard will also handle the goal-kicking duties.

The Bok coach also said a win against the All Blacks would make their milestone match even more memorable.

The former Springbok also spoke of how South Africa could have defended better against New Zealand on Saturday.

The All Blacks only took the lead for the first time after 61 minutes, and narrowly held on for the win.

The Springbok scrumhalf said reviewing Saturday's game was tough, but necessary, as they hope to produce a better showing in the second Test.

Rennie said there were no new injury concerns, though loose forward Anton Segner will miss the remainder of the series after undergoing surgery.

Scrumhalf Reinach also spoke of what it was like to hear the haka without noise from the crowd.

Siya Kolisi praised his team for taking their opportunities this time, while Ardie Savea highlighted that there are still two Tests to play.