Ian Foster
Ian Foster served as the head coach of the New Zealand All Blacks from 2019 until 2023, during which time he faced scrutiny for the team's performance, including a series of losses. His tenure was marked by challenges in establishing a definitive playing style and developing younger talent, leading to questions about the team's future direction.
Born on May 20, 1965 (61 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 3 | 5.67 | 0.25% | +10% | 4,822,233 | 13,152 | $210,000 | 573$ |
| Totals | 3 | 4,822,233 | 13,152 | $210,000 | 573$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
New Zealand:
Ian Foster was involved in the All Blacks' coaching changes after their series loss to Ireland.
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New Zealand:
Ian Foster is another former All Blacks coach who did not view Jacobson as a regular starter.
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New Zealand:
Ian Foster was on the verge of being fired and then took the All Blacks to the World Cup final.
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New Zealand:
Foster declined to join Joseph's coaching bid for the All Blacks.
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New Zealand:
Ian Foster was preferred over Rennie for the All Blacks head coach role four years earlier.
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New Zealand:
Ian Foster's autobiography references Scott Robertson's comments about wanting to win World Cups with different teams.
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New Zealand:
Ian Foster revealed his experiences with NZR and his decision not to apply for the coaching position.
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New Zealand:
Former coach Ian Foster faced criticism after the All Blacks started the year with two losses.
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New Zealand:
Ian Foster was the head coach of the All Blacks from 2019 to 2023 and led them to the 2023 World Cup final.
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New Zealand:
If Covid-19 hadn’t hit, Ian Foster’s All Blacks would have played 58% of their tests away from home.
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