Springboks youngster Patrick Lambie could get his chance against New Zealand on Saturday
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Writing for Sport24 Gary Boshoff says South Africa's second string must take the chances afforded to them by a flawed selection policy.
"The moment the Springbok touring squad for the away-leg of the Tri-Nations was announced we knew that the team was going to struggle against their Antipodean rivals.
"In fact, after this past weekend’s demolition job by the Aussies things are looking even more ominous (for the Springboks) for the upcoming All Black Test - no surprises there at all.
"So let’s not waste any time on this subject, that is, unless of course you are an opportunistic Peter de Villiers or John Smit pet-hater.
"However, what I’ve found very disappointing about the weekend’s performance is the lack of application and urgency shown by the Springbok second stringers in this golden opportunity to stake a claim for a spot in the RWC squad."
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