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Jerome Kaino joins Springboks’ pool rivals ahead of 2027 Rugby World Cup

Georgia have bolstered their coaching ranks ahead of the upcoming Rugby World Cup in 2027 with the appointment of former All Blacks great Jerome Kaino.

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 11:58 AM
Jerome Kaino joins Springboks’ pool rivals ahead of 2027 Rugby World Cup
Key Things to Know
  • Despite the headline, former All Blacks star Jerome Kaino has joined the Georgia national rugby team coaching staff.
  • Kaino will serve as an assistant coach under Pierre-Henri Broncan for the November international window.
  • His coaching duties will focus on Georgia's contact areas and attacking rucks.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Despite the headline stating Jerome Kaino joins the Springboks, former All Blacks forward Jerome Kaino has actually joined Georgia's coaching staff as an assistant coach under Pierre-Henri Broncan. The appointment strengthens Georgia's coaching setup for the November international window, during which they will face Canada, Tonga, and the United States.

Kaino will focus primarily on contact areas and attacking rucks while simultaneously maintaining his current coaching position with French club Toulouse. Georgia shares Pool B with South Africa, Italy, and Romania at the upcoming 2027 Rugby World Cup.

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