Finally! Dynamic Scott 'Razor' Robertson named as All Blacks coach from 2024

New Zealand Rugby on Tuesday announced Scott "Razor" Robertson as the All Blacks coach from 2024, tapping him to lead a once all-conquering side now plagued by on and off-field woes.

Crusaders boss Robertson will take up one of the sport's most coveted jobs after the World Cup in France -- impressing selectors despite questions over his lack of pedigree at the international level.

"It's a job that comes with huge responsibility, but I'm excited by the opportunity to make a contribution to the legacy of the black jersey," the 48-year-old said.

The messy recruitment process has angered incumbent coach Ian Foster, who urged New Zealand rugby to hold off until the World Cup was finished because it would be too distracting.

Robertson was chosen ahead of current Japan coach Jamie Joseph, and has been contracted through to the end of the 2027 World Cup in Australia.

New Zealand Rugby credited Robertson's unparalleled success at the domestic level and his reputation for coaching innovation.

"His coaching record speaks for itself in terms of success, but what came through strongly during the interview process was his innovative approach to the game, his passion for his players, and his desire to add to the All Blacks legacy," chief executive Mark Robinson said.

He will replace Foster, whose troubled tenure has coincided with the team tumbling to third in the world rankings following a series defeat to Ireland, and a first-ever loss to Argentina at home.

It has been a rare period of upheaval for the three-time World Cup winners who crashed out of the 2019 tournament in Japan in the semi-finals.

Robertson has led the Crusaders side to six Super Rugby titles since 2017, but has never coached a national team.

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