All Black coach John Mitchell
On his feelings after the 29-9 defeat of South Africa:
"I'm happy, but you always look to improve. You only get a small window of enjoyment, so you take it when it comes."
On the forwards' performance:
"I was very impressed with the forward pack. They were superb tonight."
On the performance of the South Africans:
"This was a better South African side than we experienced earlier in the year."
New Zealand fly half Carlos Spencer
"We had the space and we used it. The guys were positive and turned it into points. The combinations really paid off and worked well for us."
South Africa coach Rudolf Straeuli
On the defeat:
"I am disappointed because we came here to win the Tournament and did not. We won a lot of hearts on and off the field. Maybe (the team) has come together a year too soon, but I am proud of the boys, they are true ambassadors for South Africa."
On the reception the Springboks will receive when they return home:
"For both countries rugby is something that goes back in our heritages and history. We will be disappointed back home. We have to look forward and not let the emotion ride us."