Two-man race for next All Blacks coaching job?

Two-man race for next All Blacks coaching job?

New Zealand are scouring the options for a coach to take charge of the All Blacks after Scott Robertson’s sacking midway through his four-year contract last month. A five-person panel featuring New Zealand Rugby board chair and 1987 World Cup winner David Kirk and World Cup winning hookers Keven Mealamu and Dane Coles is combing through the candidates, with the focus on a coach with international experience. With the 2027 Rugby World Cup looming…

Jamie Joseph addresses All Blacks question after 'totally unexpected' Scott Robertson sacking

Jamie Joseph has remained coy on his All Blacks ambitions ahead of the start of the Super Rugby Pacific season, which kicks off on Friday.

Rennie, Joseph lead running to become next All Blacks coach

Rennie, Joseph lead running to become next All Blacks coach Estelle.Bronkhorst Wed, 02/11/2026 - 12:00 WELLINGTON - New Zealand are scouring the options for a coach to take charge of the All Blacks after Scott Robertson's sacking midway through his four-year contract last month. A five-person panel featuring New Zealand Rugby board chair and 1987 World Cup winner David Kirk and World Cup-winning hookers Keven Mealamu and Dane Coles is combing t…