Win over South Africa will be 'launching pad' for Rugby World Cup - Ian Foster

New Zealand head coach Ian Foster believes the win over the Springboks at Ellis Park will be the 'launching pad' for the Rugby World Cup campaign next year.

The All Blacks registered their first win in the ongoing Rugby Championship with tries from Sam Cane, Samisoni Taukei'aho, David Havili and Scott Barrett steering them to a 35-23 victory.

The result also ended their three game losing streak that also included a series defeat against Ireland.

"You always know you are going to get some obstacles here. You look at three [losses] in a row, and that's a bit of adversity that a lot of this group haven't had, including me.

"But we have to fix it. Our mindset is about trying to move on and grow the team.

"We've got an absolute goal for a Rugby World Cup at the end of next year, and in many ways, this needs to be the launching pad for that.

"I'm not resentful about anything that has happened in the last three weeks. I'm disappointed we lost, but I also think that we're using it the right way to fuel a team that's united, and has a growth mindset, and just wants to play for this country."

Facing criticism from all the corners, Foster was also pleased with how the side responded in Johannesburg.

"I was pleased with the way we dealt with the challenge. I'm pleased the team is growing through a bit of adversity.

"We wish the road was smooth all the time but, unfortunately, life does throw you a few curve balls. But, it's how you respond to that, and so we're working hard and [we] got some rewards."