Farr-Jones: Deans to boost Wallabies

WORLD Cup-winning captain Nick Farr-Jones has backed Robbie Deans to succeed as coach of Australia — even though he finds it strange to see a New Zealander in charge of the Wallabies.

Former All Black full-back Deans took over from John Connolly, who stood down following the World Cup in France last year, and has been charged with returning Australia to the top of the world game.

Farr-Jones, who led Australia to World Cup glory in 1991, believes Deans’ personable approach will rally the players.