South Africa hope Jerry Flannery can draw on knowledge of England's Marcus Smith

Former Munster man Flannery has a deep understanding of Smith's game, gathered during his four-year spell as an assistant coach for Harlequins, a post he held until joining Rassie Erasmus' Springboks this year.

Jerry Flannery, who took up a position with world champions South Africa this year. Pic: Ben Whitley/PA Wire.

South Africa want Jerry Flannery to draw on his inside knowledge of Marcus Smith to shut down England's playmaker at Allianz Stadium on Saturday.

Harlequins ringmaster Smith was England's most dangerous player in Saturday's 42-37 defeat by Australia, helping to set up four of their five tries in an attacking masterclass.