Tamati Ellison
Tamati Ellison is a former New Zealand rugby player, renowned for his versatility on the field as a center and wing. Following his playing career, he has taken on coaching roles, including his current position as a strike coach for the All Blacks. Ellison's insights and experience are valuable to the team's tactical development as they strive for excellence in international rugby.
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Recent news mentions
Ellison is potentially pushed out as an assistant coach under the new regime.
Dave Rennie era begins: All Blacks set for big assistant coach changes
New Zealand· 2026-03-05
Tamati Ellison is also among Robertson's assistants who remain employed.
Next All Blacks coach: Clayton McMillan rules himself out of contention, remains committed to MunsterNew Zealand· 2026-01-18
Tamati Ellison's future with the All Blacks will depend on the choices of the incoming head coach.
Scott Robertson exit: Inside New Zealand Rugby’s All Blacks review and player feedback – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-01-16
Tamati Ellison took on additional responsibilities in the All Blacks coaching staff.
All Blacks: The Scott Robertson era - how Razor lost his edgeNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
Tamati Ellison is one of the national assistants for the All Blacks and an ex-Crusaders.
All Blacks review: Independent oversight and key changes in assessment of Scott Robertson and his menNew Zealand· 2025-12-15
Tamati Ellison is the defence coach for the All Blacks, but does not select the team each week.
All Blacks v England: Lack of progress casts Scott Robertson’s coaching team in the spotlight - OpinionNew Zealand· 2025-11-17
Tamati Ellison said the All Blacks have to prepare for both England's attacking brand and their kicking pressure.
All Blacks v England: ABs face backline reshuffle after Caleb Clarke concussionNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Tamati Ellison is one of the assistant coaches for the All Blacks.
All Blacks: Rugby commentator Elliott Smith answers Herald readers’ questionsNew Zealand· 2025-09-16
Tamati Ellison is the assistant coach for the All Blacks.
All Blacks: A pre-game chat with the assistant coachNew Zealand· 2025-07-04Tamati Ellison is part of the All Blacks coaching team.
All Blacks add new coach to Scott Robertson’s team as Bryn Evans named lineout coachNew Zealand· 2025-06-13
