David Kirk
David Kirk is the chair of New Zealand Rugby and a former All Black, known for his leadership and experience in both sports and corporate environments. His background in navigating complex business negotiations is crucial for the growth and sustainability of rugby in New Zealand.
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David Kirk is noted for tackling issues within the NZ Rugby organization effectively.
Letters: Nicola Willis’ performance as Finance Minister is the millstone around National’s neck
New Zealand· 2026-03-07
David Kirk is the new chair of NZR following a mass clean out at head office.
Does Dave Rennie hold a grudge about his Wallabies sacking? It’s a million-dollar question for RA
Australia· 2026-03-06
David Kirk is the chairman of New Zealand Rugby.
Next All Blacks coach: Why Dave Rennie is the compelling choice to lead the All Blacks – Liam NapierNew Zealand· 2026-03-04
David Kirk, the president of the Federation, praised Dave Rennie as a world-class coach capable of creating a winning environment.
Rugby : Dave Rennie nommé sélectionneur des All Blacks avec la Coupe du monde 2027 en ligne de mire
France· 2026-03-04
David Kirk is the NZR chair involved in the decision-making process for the new coach.
Jamie Joseph v Dave Rennie: All Blacks coach call expected this weekNew Zealand· 2026-03-02
David Kirk, the former All Blacks captain, co-founded Bailador Technology Investments in 2011.
300GB of data stolen: Napier law firm Langley Twigg gains injunction as hacker appears to offer files online – Tech InsiderNew Zealand· 2026-02-13
David Kirk is the chair of New Zealand Rugby who participated in the review process of the All Blacks' performance.
Inside the exit of All Blacks coach Scott Robertson: New details of how and why a dream role unravelled in one of the world’s most storied sports teamsNew Zealand· 2026-02-06
David Kirk is mentioned as the chair of NZR in the context of the coaching selection process.
Next All Blacks coach: Jamie Joseph and Dave Rennie emerge as only real contenders – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-02-03
Chairman David Kirk expressed doubts about the trajectory of the All Blacks under Scott Robertson.
Scott Robertson exit: How All Blacks problems run deeper than coachNew Zealand· 2026-01-29
David Kirk knows the terrain of sports and politics better than most, having opted out of the Cavaliers tour to South Africa in 1985.
All Blacks v South Africa US test: Politics, ICE violence and boycott calls – Alice SoperNew Zealand· 2026-01-29
David Kirk strenuously denied claims of player revolt against the coach.
The telling black marks that Scott Robertson had to go as All Blacks coach - Paul LewisNew Zealand· 2026-01-25
David Kirk held a press conference to address questions regarding Scott Robertson's situation.
Media Insider: Sky-TV3 shake-up – Ryan Bridge morning news show in, sports host out and other job cuts; Is Scott Robertson really ‘gagged’?; NBR subscription battle heats upNew Zealand· 2026-01-22
David Kirk is the chairman of NZR who discussed the search for a new CEO.
New Zealand Rugby chief executive hunt shifts to targeted corporate leaders – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-01-22
David Kirk, the NZR chair, acknowledged the unfortunate nature of the coaching selection process.
All Blacks coaching search: How NZ Rugby plans to fix a broken process - Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-01-19
NZR chair David Kirk said the search for a new coach has already begun.
Scott Robertson exit from All Blacks coaching job reveals change in New Zealand Rugby philosophy: Irish rugby punditNew Zealand· 2026-01-19
David Kirk stated that the search for a new coach is already underway.
Next All Blacks coach: Clayton McMillan rules himself out of contention, remains committed to MunsterNew Zealand· 2026-01-18
David Kirk, the NZR chair, was involved in the decision-making process regarding the All Blacks' coaching review.
Scott Robertson exit: Inside New Zealand Rugby’s All Blacks review and player feedback – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-01-16
David Kirk, NZR chairman, emphasized that Robertson's departure was about more than player dissatisfaction.
All Blacks: Winners and losers from Scott Robertson’s shock coaching exit – Alex PowellNew Zealand· 2026-01-16
Moffett had faith in chairman David Kirk, who fronted the media yesterday after the announcement of Robertson’s departure.
Next All Blacks coach: Former NZR boss David Moffett says Robbie Deans right man for the jobNew Zealand· 2026-01-16
David Kirk explained the reasons for Scott Robertson's dismissal during a press conference.
Media Insider: Scott Robertson’s axing - inside the All Blacks coaching storm; ‘Nothing made in China’ advertising controversy; Magazine editors step downNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
David Kirk thanked Scott Robertson for his contribution to the team.
All Blacks: New Zealand sack head coach Scott Robertson after two years in charge
United Kingdom· 2026-01-15
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) chairman David Kirk said in a statement regarding the All Blacks’ progress.
‘Gutted’ Scott Robertson steps down as New Zealand coach after review – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-01-15David Kirk, the World Cup-winning All Blacks captain, announced Robertson’s departure in a statement.
Scott Robertson is ousted as All Blacks coach, two years into a four-year term
Canada· 2026-01-15David Kirk is the new chairman tasked with fixing the All Blacks coaching situation.
All Blacks coaching shake-up after Scott Robertson exit puts pressure on David Kirk – OpinionNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
David Kirk is the NZR chair who commented on the All Blacks coaching unit's performance.
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson set to departNew Zealand· 2026-01-15David Kirk is the NZR chairman to whom Savea delivered strong feedback regarding the All Blacks' performance.
All Blacks review: Ardie Savea future in doubt as NZ Rugby faces player revoltNew Zealand· 2026-01-14David Kirk is the chairman of NZ Rugby, holding a significant decision-making role regarding the All Blacks.
Pressure builds on All Blacks coaches as internal frustrations emergeNew Zealand· 2025-12-12
David Kirk is taking over as the new chair of NZ Rugby.
NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson pleased with how he departs role after six years at helmNew Zealand· 2025-12-07
David Kirk is a World Cup-winning captain and now serves as chair of the All Blacks.
Rating Razor: How All Blacks coach Scott Robertson performed in year two and what must changeNew Zealand· 2025-12-06
David Kirk, NZR chair, expressed dissatisfaction with the All Blacks' performance this year.
David Kirk’s nuclear option; NZR’s deficit between promise and performance; the high-performance conundrum; chasing the Boks – Inside RugbyNew Zealand· 2025-11-21
