Overview
- New Zealand Rugby confirmed Robertson’s departure by mutual agreement, with chair David Kirk saying the move serves the team’s best interests at the World Cup cycle’s midpoint.
- Robertson said he was gutted to leave but accepted the review’s feedback, ending a tenure that produced 20 wins from 27 Tests.
- Results under scrutiny included a first-ever away defeat to Argentina, a record 43-10 loss to South Africa in Wellington, and a heavy defeat to England at Twickenham.
- Media reports say the internal review featured strong criticism from senior players, including suggestions Ardie Savea could consider his future if changes were not made.
- NZR said the appointment process starts immediately, with reports naming Highlanders boss Jamie Joseph as a frontrunner as the All Blacks face July Nations Championship fixtures and a four-Test tour of South Africa in 2026.