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Rugby league master-coach Wayne Bennett was far from surprised to miss out on the Kiwis head coaching gig

Rugby league master-coach Wayne Bennett was far from surprised to miss out on the Kiwis head coaching gig

26 May 2024 - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

Stacey Jones

Stacey Jones

The seven-time NRL Premiership winner applied for the role after Michael Maguire stepped down last November, but the job went to assistant coach Stacey Jones.

Bennett explains he applied for the role given his history with the Kiwis.

Bennett's Dolphins tackle the Warriors at Mt Smart this evening, from five past six .

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