Now coaching in Japan, New Zealand-born coach Milton Haig is best known for his work with the Georgia National Team and their strong performances in the Rugby World Cup.

Haig speaks with Bruce McLane about the universal language of rugby, coaching without preconceived notions, and also how to build a game plan from a simple framework.

Haig embraced Georgian culture and made them one of the best teams in Europe. During his tenure from 2012 to 2019 Georgia won 58 of their 91 test matches and winning the Rugby Europe Grand Slam five times. He has some special insights into coaching at a Tier 2 nation with a unique culture.

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