Crusaders mastermind Scott Robertson has hinted his signature breakdance celebration may yet have a place in his next role as All Blacks coach.
Robertson, 48, has been handed the national team reins for the 2027 Rugby World Cup and will take over the role from incumbent Ian Foster after this year's tournament.
Over seven seasons with the Super Rugby franchise, the former All Blacks flanker has made a tradition of celebrating championship success with a dance routine that has endeared him to fans around the world.
He busted out those moves again at Hamilton, after the Crusaders rallied to 25-20 victory over the Chiefs on Saturday night, with many assuming this would be his last hurrah.
Landing at Christchurch Airport on Sunday, 'Razor-Ray' has assured hometown fans that may not necessarily be the case.
Asked if he would perform his routine after a Rugby World Cup triumph, he teased: "I'm happy to do it every four years.
"I've sort of slowed up a bit, by the looks of it, and Richie brought it home for me last night."
Last year's Eden Park celebration showed signs of regression, with Robertson already booked for off-season knee replacement surgery, while Saturday's jig was highlighted - perhaps salvaged - by a perfect 'caterpillar' cameo from star first-five Richie Mo'unga.
Robertson has already danced on the international stage, wowing onlookers, after he guided New Zealand to victory at the 2015 U20 World Cup. That was eight years ago.
The prospect of a 53-year-old All Blacks coach capable of busting moves after a World Cup victory still seems far-fetched on so many levels.
