Former All Blacks player Andrew Mehrtens has endorsed Scott Robertson as the new All Blacks coach, stating that he has the right skillset to lead the team. Mehrtens believes that Robertson’s approach to coaching has evolved over time and that he is capable of empowering the players and creating the right environment for them to succeed.
Mehrtens also expressed confidence in Robertson’s ability to rebuild the All Blacks team and counter the rise in resources in northern hemisphere unions. He praised Robertson’s innovation and commitment to making the team better.
Additionally, the article mentions the return of Owen Farrell to club rugby and the Australian women’s sevens team’s determination to secure another world series triumph in Cape Town. It also discusses the challenges facing Major League Rugby in the US, with Rugby New York being the latest franchise to fold.