ArmchairGeneral says...

Hansen and Smith have so far proved they are still good beyond the three wise monkey set up. Let's see if Henry does the same. Presumably success is measured by ending up above three of: Chiefs, Crusaders, Highlanders, Hurricains? Or making S15 knock out stages? Or both. I'm not as bullish as those in this chain that they will do that. Not sure they need a high level man in there and guess his impact will be like Sir Ian McGs impact on Bath.

Posted 17:35 22nd August 2012

passtheball says...

The Blues will improve next year regardless of the coaches. The younger players are coming through, its unlikely that the run of injuries will happen next year and the management have finally put in more expertise - which the failed to do for Lam.

Scraping in on a wobbly Donald penalty at home in the W Cup after 8 years with probably the world's best rugby squad hardly qualifies as the best coach in the world. His Wales experience was inferior to Gatland's and his failed Lions tenure must be taken into account too. Henry is an outstanding politician though.

Posted 13:37 22nd August 2012

Trinats2 says...

Blues a good outside bet, henry knows all about buying a ref !!!

Posted 12:36 22nd August 2012

Norm says...

When did the sir happen?

Posted 11:48 22nd August 2012

SACanuck says...

Looks like the Crusaders and Chiefs are in deep trouble as the blues coaching team is the "A" team of coaches. Title in year 2

Posted 11:27 22nd August 2012

hayj05 says...

Wonder if the players will refer to them as "Yes Sir" or "no Sir" just to be cheeky.

Posted 11:07 22nd August 2012

jmanngod says...

can the world's most successful coach make a difference?

Posted 10:44 22nd August 2012

powerplay says...

Awesome! Last time he was technical adviser blues won!!!

Posted 08:57 22nd August 2012