The new All Blacks coach will have plenty of issues facing them when they take the job. Photo: Getty ImagesSo while the All Black conversation turns to who will be named as new coach, it's worth weighing up just what they're getting themselves into. There's also the fact that while Robertson is gone, all of his assistants are still employed. All were disappointing in their own way, but it also sets a marker that whoever takes over will likely be judged by. Legacy and curseMuch was made about the Eden Park record last year and to give credit to Robertson, the defence of it will stand as his most impressive result as All Black coach.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 18, 2026 23:52 UTC