Ronan O'Gara and Scott Robertson will be reunited this November when the pair coach the Barbarians against an All Blacks XV in London.
O'Gara and Robertson worked together at the Crusaders when the Corkman was backs coach under the New Zealander. Both have enjoyed major success since then with the Crusaders winning the Super Rugby title this year, and O'Gara's La Rochelle team defeating Leinster in the Champions Cup back in May.
The game, which will see the two teams competing for the Killik Cup, takes place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on November 13th.
'I am honoured to be coaching the Barbarians'
4 June 2010; Xavier Rush, Barbarians, is tackled by Ronan O'Gara, left, and Marcus Horan, Ireland. The MasterCard Trophy, Ireland v Barbarians, Thomond Park, Limerick. Picture credit: Diarmuid Greene / SPORTSFILE
"I am honoured to be coaching the Barbarians this Autumn as we take on the All Blacks XV," said O'Gara.
“It will be a dynamite coaching team and I’m very much looking forward to reuniting with Ray after my time with him at Crusaders. It is always great to join forces with world-class coaches like him and to do so for this world-famous club will be an unforgettable experience.
“We’re going to put our heads together in the coming months and devise a squad of exciting talent who will light up the pitch at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and bring the Barbarians’ style of play to life against the All Blacks XV.”
Robertson added: "Rugby throws you great opportunities and coaching the Baabaas has to be one of the best there is. I am proud to help the incredible Club and add to its history."
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— Barbarian FC (@Barbarian_FC) July 21, 2022
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