Inside the exit of All Blacks coach Scott Robertson: New details of how and why a dream role unravelled in one of the world’s most storied sports teams
Two sources have confirmed the All Blacks coach was asked to attend a meeting in Christchurch the following day, and advised to bring with him legal representation. David Kirk fronts up to the media following the departure of Scott Robertson as All Blacks coach. He’s totally different to the Scott Robertson that we worked with in the Crusaders’. Scott Robertson and Ardie Savea both believed they had a good relationship, according to sources. Sir Wayne Smith’s initial stint as All Blacks coach did not end well after 2000-2001.
Source: New Zealand Herald February 06, 2026 21:53 UTC
