Joe Schmidt rules himself out of New Zealand head coach role

NO JOE SHOW: Joe Schmidt has ruled himself out of replacing Ian Foster as head coach of New Zealand. Pic: Alan Lee, Inpho

Former Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt has ruled himself out of the running to take over from outgoing New Zealand boss Ian Foster.

Schmidt, who is currently All Blacks assistant coach, confirmed on Saturday he won't lead the All Blacks next year, saying his focus will not extend beyond this year's Rugby World Cup.