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White Ferns LIVE from 7pmRobertson returns to coaching
Sport Nation • February 25th, 2026 8:50 am
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Scott Robertson has booked his first coaching gig since his dismissal from the All Blacks.
Robertson has been named as one of four coaches for the Barbarians, who'll take on South Africa at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on June 20.
The match acts as a warm-up for the world champions ahead of the start of their Nations Championship campaign.
'Razor' will be joined in the coaching staff by Racing 92 boss Patrice Collazo, Argentina assistant coach, New Zealander Kenn Lynn, and Pumas head coach Felipe Contepomi.
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"The Barbarians brings the rugby world together, so it's special to be a part of it and to honour the jersey," Robertson said.
Robertson is well versed in the Barbarians' coaching department, coaching against the All Blacks and Tonga in 2017, the All Blacks XV in 2022 and Wales the following year.
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus said the fixture would be hugely valuable leading into the start of the inaugural international competition.
“It’s always exciting to face the BaaBaas, and we are looking forward to hosting them in South Africa for the second year in a row — this time at the iconic Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, where we have traditionally enjoyed fantastic support,” said the two-time World Cup winning coach.
