Scott Robertson is set for his moment of truth in his quest to become the next All Blacks head coach.
The Herald understands that Robertson is set to have his interview with New Zealand Rugby next Monday, at their headquarters in Wellington, as he puts forward his case to replace Steve Hansen in the top job.
Robertson will present to the panel which consists of New Zealand Rugby chairman Brent Impey, former All Blacks coach Sir Graham Henry, NZR Chief Executive Mark Robinson, NZR Head of High-Performance Mike Anthony and former Silver Ferns Coach and High-Performance Sport New Zealand director Waimarama Taumaunu.
Robertson had approached Tony Brown to join his team, but Brown opted to stick as an assistant with Jamie Joseph, who re-signed as Japan head coach.
If Robertson is successful in getting the job, it will leave the Crusaders - the team he has led to three consecutive Super Rugby titles - on the lookout for a new head coach, and a new forwards coach, just over a month out from the new season.
[Source: NZ Herald]
