All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has today revealed his plans for the future, telling media he will step down after next year's Rugby World Cup.
59 year old Hansen, has been involved with the All Blacks coaching set‑up since 2004, initially serving as an assistant to Sir Graham Henry, before ascending to the position of head coach in 2012.
Addressing media in Auckland this morning, the All Blacks coach spoke about his future in the game in New Zealand, and was his trademark, blunt self in doing so.
Hansen also said that by revealing his future today, he and the All Blacks can concentrate on a third straight World Cup.
New Zealand is in Pool B for the 2019 World Cup that along with South Africa, Italy, Namibia and Canada.
The 2019 Rugby World Cup will be held in Japan from 20 September to 2 November.
[Source:TVNZ]
