Rugby coaches like Rassie Erasmus and Eddie Jones have grown to be among the most popular, but which ones are the highest paid?.
Over the years, rugby coaches have become increasingly critical, and their salaries have risen as well. From the Jake White days, it is now an entirely different kind of coaching, and here are the top 5 highest-paid coaches worldwide.
Andy Farrell (Ireland) – £800,000 per year
Andy Farrell has reportedly secured a lucrative new contract with the IRFU. The agreement is believed to be worth about £800,000 per year. If confirmed, the salary would place Farrell among rugby’s top-paid coaches. It would also see him overtake England boss Steve Borthwick financially.
The new deal reportedly keeps Farrell with Ireland until the 2031 Rugby World Cup. The IRFU has shown strong confidence in his vision and leadership. The governing body wants to continue Ireland’s recent success under Farrell. The contract highlights their ambition to remain a global rugby force.
5. Eddie Jones (Japan) – c. £600,000 per year
Undoubtedly one of the most experienced coaches around, Eddie Jones has worked with many teams worldwide. He has also worked with many top coaches, from clubs to countries, gaining a lot of skills.
From contributing in South Africa, England, Australia, and now Japan, Jones’ CV speaks volumes. With that, he sits as the fifth-highest-paid coach in the world.
4. Dave Rennie (New Zealand) – c. £600,000 per year
Once again, another decorated and experienced coach, Dave Rennie, has worked in most of the rugby nations. He had his time in England, Australia and mostly New Zealand. Now, the current coach of the All Blacks, Rennie, earns quite a lot, on par with Japan coach Eddie Jones.
As he begins his new era, Dave has already started well, making difficult choices like benching Beauden Barrett. He is showing his mentality, nurturing the All Blacks in the Nations Championship and the World Cup.
3. Rassie Erasmus (South Africa) – c. £650,000 per year
Arguably the most popular rugby coach in the world, and certainly the most decorated among the current coaches. Rassie Erasmus has done wonders with the Springboks and continues to do so. He now has the most Test caps at 54, coaching South Africa. He has now surpassed the legendary coach Jake White.
Going into the 2027 Rugby World Cup, Rassie looks to be the first coach to win three Rugby World Cups.
2. Steve Borthwick (England) – c. £700,000 per year
Over the years. The man leading the England rugby team had always been one of the highest-paid. Steve Borthwick, currently the head coach, is the second-highest-paid in the world.
With a lot of weight on his shoulders, Steve is expected to deliver the trophies to an already dry trophy cabinet.
England wants top titles like the Rugby World Cup, but they have struggled to get to them for many years now. With the Nations Championship now upon us, it is yet another chance for Steve to show his quality.
1. Andy Farrell (Ireland) – £800,000 per year
Andy Farrell has reportedly secured a lucrative new contract with the IRFU. The agreement is believed to be worth about £800,000 per year. If confirmed, the salary would place Farrell among rugby’s top-paid coaches. It would also see him overtake England boss Steve Borthwick financially.
His new deal reportedly keeps Farrell with Ireland until the 2031 Rugby World Cup. The IRFU has shown strong confidence in his vision and leadership.