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South Africa looks to gain respect

Limited by talent, 2009 Classic figures to present a challenge

By Dick Kaegel / MLB.com

Summary:

South Africa left the 2006 World Baseball Classic after being scorched in the frying pan by the United States. In the 2009 Classic, they will jump right into the fire -- against Cuba.

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