Former Scotland scrum-half Mike Blair has been appointed to oversee New Zealand's attack, underscoring a significant Scottish influence on the All Blacks' coaching structure. Blair, a veteran of the Scottish national team, brings his playing experience and coaching acumen to the world champions' setup.
The move raises the intriguing prospect of whether this Scottish expertise can eventually help Scotland break their losing streak against New Zealand. The two nations are set to meet again in the upcoming international window, offering a direct test of the tactical exchange.
