SARACENS
Director of RugbyBrendan Venter
Saracens director of rugby from the 2026-27 season, succeeding Mark McCall after fifteen years.
Match-by-match records for this tenure are still being collected. The profile will fill in automatically as results sync.
Records are computed from the WeTalkRugby match database and cover matches we hold data for within this tenure. They are not an official all-time record.
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About Brendan Venter
Brendan Venter took over as Saracens director of rugby for the 2026-27 season, part of a technical restructure announced in January 2026 after Mark McCall stepped down following fifteen seasons in charge. McCall remains at the club as a technical adviser and board member. Venter is returning to a club he previously led, and is a former South Africa centre who also coached the Springboks and Italy in consultancy roles.
Frequently asked
Who is the director of rugby of Saracens?
Brendan Venter is the director of rugby of Saracens.
When did Brendan Venter take charge?
Brendan Venter took over at Saracens in July 2026.
What nationality is Brendan Venter?
Brendan Venter is South African.
