Crusaders boss Scott Robertson announced as All Blacks coach from 2024

New Zealand Rugby has confirmed that Scott Robertson would be the All Blacks coach from 2024, ending a chaotic search that had threatened to derail the facet’s World Cup preparations.

The 48-year-old, who has mentored the Crusades since 2017, has been appointed on a four-year deal by to the top of the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.

He will succeed Ian Foster, who has had a troubled tenure however, in accordance with New Zealand Rugby, will lead the All Blacks by the conclusion of this 12 months’s World Cup in France.

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“It’s an honour to be named as the next All Blacks Head Coach,” Robertson mentioned in a press release.

“It’s a job that comes with a huge amount of responsibility, but I’m excited by the opportunity to make a contribution to the legacy of the black jersey. To represent your country, as a coach or player, is the ultimate honour in sport and it’s humbling to be given that opportunity. I can’t wait.

“Having significant time to plan for 2024 and beyond is crucial to setting the All Blacks up for success during the next World Cup cycle. I have a job to do with the Crusaders and that will be my main focus through to the completion of DHL Super Rugby, but I will now have the opportunity to work with NZR to get some key appointments in my coaching and management team finalised, so we can hit the ground running next year.”

NZR chair Dame Patsy Reddy mentioned in a press release: “We were very happy with the calibre and quality and quality of the people involved and would like to thank all of those who took part in the process. The decision to appoint the next All Blacks Head Coach ahead of the Rugby World Cup was not taken lightly, but we believe it was the right decision for New Zealand Rugby and the All Blacks and will set the team up for future success.

“We congratulate Scott on his appointment and look forward to working together in 2024, but have also been clear that New Zealand Rugby’s full support this year will be focused on the current All Blacks coaching team as we look toward the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France.”