All Blacks coach Scott Robertson might have felt a sense of relief if he had been able to visit referee Andrew Brace’s changing room following the team’s narrow 31-27 defeat to the Springboks at Ellis Park. He may have wanted to express his concerns, particularly regarding the contentious try awarded to Springboks hooker Bongi Mbonambi, which would likely have been at the forefront of his thoughts.
However, Robertson will have to wait for a formal response from World Rugby before he can voice his grievances. The All Blacks are now in a holding pattern as they seek clarity on the officiating in that critical match.