Video / Herald NowAll Blacks: New Zealand Rugby confirms process to find next coach after Scott Robertson’s exitNew Zealand Rugby has confirmed the process and criteria to finalise the next All Blacks coach, following Scott Robertson’s exit earlier this month. Robertson, 51, departed his role earlier this month, just two years into the 2027 Rugby World Cup cycle. Now, with pressure on to appoint Robertson’s successor, New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has confirmed the requirements for the next coach to meet, with a five-person appointment panel tasked with shortlisting and interviewing candidates. NZR chair David Kirk and former All Blacks hooker Keven Mealamu, who conducted the player reviews which ultimately contributed to Robertson’s exit, will both be part of the appointment panel. Tricker was NZR’s high performance leader from 2010 to 2017 and was involved in the review of 2025 as an external consultant.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 25, 2026 23:38 UTC