22 Mar 2023

Scott Robertson to take over as All Blacks coach in 2024

From Morning Report, 7:28 am on 22 March 2023

Scott Robertson has been named to take over as All Blacks coach after the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France.

The 48-year-old Crusaders coach will take over from Ian Foster at the completion of that tournament, having long been touted as heir to the All Blacks coaching throne.

A former All Black himself, having played 23 tests for New Zealand between 1998 and 2002, Scott Robertson has won six straight Super Rugby titles with the Crusaders, and hopes to make it seven this year before taking on the new gig.

Scott Robertson spoke to RNZ sports editor Stephen Hewson about his appointment, and the emotions he was feeling after finally earning the job.