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Full video: New All Blacks coach Dave Rennie speaks to media

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1:51pm

Rennie today was named as Scott Robertson’s replacement, heading off Jamie Joseph for the role. Source: 1News (Source: Other)

Dave Rennie is speaking to the media in Auckland today, following the announcement he will be the new All Blacks coach.

Rennie headed off Jamie Joseph in the race to be Scott Robertson's replacement, following his dumping earlier this year.

Rennie, who currently coaches in Japan, will be joined by NZ Rugby chairman David Kirk at the Auckland news conference.

Read our full story on the appointment here.

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