Scott Robertson's sacking is just the most high-profile symptom of a deeper malaise in New Zealand rugby union.

Scott Robertson has stepped down as New Zealand coach following an internal review of the All Blacks’ performance

Scott Robertson is sacked as head coach of New Zealand after two years in charge of the All Blacks, following an internal review of the 2025 season.

Scott Robertson's sacking is just the most high-profile symptom of a deeper malaise in New Zealand rugby union.

There is still time before 2027 World Cup to rescue the drooping silver fern but rebuilding an international team is hard and New Zealand’s aura has faded