NRL: Smith to coach Roosters

Knights coach Brian Smith will coach the Roosters in next year's NRL.

Smith will break his contract with Newcastle to take over from Brad Fittler.

The Knights are on track for the playoffs under Smith, while the Roosters are at the bottom of the table.

Kiwis coach and Melbourne Storm assistant Stephen Kearney had been linked with the position.

- NEWSTALK ZB