Barbarians cut a dash but callow South Africa gain little from Wembley draw

An inexperienced South Africa team were outplayed for much of their match against Barbarians and it is difficult to see what relevance their Wembley draw had for the challenge of facing EnglandRobbie Deans, the Barbarians coach, argued that South Africa would have had “no chance” against England this weekend without the “hit-out” provided by this match at Wembley. Certainly, every minute that international teams can spend together is precious, and minutes on the pitch all the more so. But, if South Africa stood no chance before, their prospects can hardly have been transformed by this curious,…