Tony Brown to jump ship from Springboks to All Blacks

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has confirmed that Tony Brown will leave his role with the Springboks to join the All Blacks coaching setup in 2028, following the conclusion of the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. Brown, a former All Blacks fly-half, is currently contracted with South Africa through the end of the 2027 World Cup under Rassie Erasmus. NZR CEO Steve Lancaster praised Brown as a 'world-class coach,' and the appointment was led by incoming NZR High Performance Director Don Tricker.