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Dave Rennie is the new All Blacks head coach, tasked with steering New Zealand toward the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Rennie, of Cook Islands descent, makes history as the first All Blacks coach with Pasifika heritage. His immediate focus includes the Nations Championship and the Greatest Rivalry Series. Rennie secures the role over Jamie Joseph after a rigorous selection process described by NZR Chair David Kirk. The appointment comes with a key stipulation: Rennie’s contract runs only until the World Cup in Australia next year. He will also fulfill his commitments with the Kobelco Kobe Steelers in Japan until June. Rennie's coaching pedigree shines, with past successes including three Junior World Championships and back-to-back Super Rugby titles with the Chiefs. Despite a mixed tenure with the Wallabies, his impressive 75% win rate against the Springboks highlights his credentials. Jamie Joseph is once again overlooked for the top job.
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