All Blacks reveal new coaching staff for 2027 World Cup

All Blacks reveal new coaching staff for 2027 World Cup

On March 24, 2026, New Zealand Rugby officially announced the new coaching staff tasked with leading the All Blacks to the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

orgNew Zealand Rugby
orgAll Blacks
event2027 Rugby World Cup

Head coach Dave Rennie has selected a team of experienced professionals to foster a high-performance culture.

personDave Rennie

The staff includes senior assistant Neil Barnes, forwards coach Jason Ryan, defense coach Tana Umaga, and attack coach Mike Blair.

personNeil Barnes
personJason Ryan
personTana Umaga
personMike Blair

Phil Healey completes the group as head of performance.

personPhil Healey

This leadership transition follows the departure of Scott Robertson.

personScott Robertson

Rennie, the first All Blacks head coach of Pasifika heritage, aims to stabilize the squad through a rigorous planning phase.

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Who was appointed as the new head coach of the All Blacks?

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Dave Rennie

Which coach was retained from the previous coaching regime?

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Jason Ryan

When is the new coaching staff scheduled to face their first matches?

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July 2026

What is unique about Dave Rennie's background?

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He is the first All Blacks head coach of Pasifika heritage.

Which team will Tana Umaga join the All Blacks coaching staff from?

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Moana Pasifika

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