DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network

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  Five BIG Questions After The Springboks Series | Ant Strachan 25.09.2026 30min

  Former All Black Ant Strachan joins us to answer five pressing questions following the 3-1 series loss to the Springboks. We break down where the squad sits, how to fix set-piece and high-ball struggles, coaching pressure, and which NPC standouts could make the end-of-year tour. IMAGE CREDIT: All Blacks Ardie Savea during the All Blacks v South Africa second test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, DHL Stadium, Cape Town, South Africa, Saturday, 29 August 2026. (Photo by Shaun Roy / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Rassie Erasmus Deploys Nuke Bomb Squad For In Perth For The Wallabies 24.09.2026 30min

  The Wallabies are heading to Perth on a five-match unbeaten streak, but Rassie Erasmus is bringing a scary-looking Springbok bench to town. We chat with Aussie rugby writer Christie Doran about whether Australia can stay in the fight for more than fifty minutes, or if South Africa's nuclear bomb squad will blow them off the park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Why The All Blacks Need PATIENCE With Dave Rennie | Ross Karl 24.09.2026 59min

  Ross Karl from the Aotearoa Rugby Pod joins us to reflect on the Springboks series and what the All Blacks can learn from Rassie Erasmus. We discuss Rassie’s media tactics, how South Africa manipulates refereeing gray areas, the shocking collapse of the Kiwi lineout, and why New Zealand Rugby needs a major structural reality check. IMAGE CREDIT: Dave Rennie during All Blacks captains run, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry Tour, Baltimore, USA, 12 September 2026. (Photo by Jack Megaw / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Can Australia SHOCK South Africa in Perth? | Tony Johnson Breaks It Down 21.09.2026 48min

  Tony Johnson, Nigel Yalden, and Jamie Wall take the reins on DSPN while Martin Devlin takes a break. The team breaks down the upcoming test in Perth between the Wallabies and Springboks, Jamie’s wild experience losing his passport in the United States, and why judging the All Blacks' season right now is far too early. Plus, a chaotic look at women's test rugby and the ongoing financial battles inside New Zealand Rugby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Fans REACT To All Blacks Series LOSS In South Africa | Mailbag 18.09.2026 26min

  We are opening up the DSPN mailbag to go through your feedback after the Springboks swept the tour. We tackle the hard questions around Super Rugby's ability to prepare us for test footy, ongoing high-ball disasters, forward pack mindsets, and why heeding these brutal lessons is the only way forward for Dave Rennie's side. IMAGE CREDIT: All Blacks Codie Taylor during All Blacks v South Africa, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry Tour, Baltimore, USA, 13 September 2026. (Photo by Greg Sabin / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Super Rugby Gap EXPOSED By The Springboks | Murray Mexted 18.09.2026 42min

  All Black legend Murray Mexted joins Martin Devlin to wrap up our post-mortem of the four-test series against the Springboks. Mexted reflects on the wild atmosphere in Soweto, the massive gulf between Super Rugby and test match footy, and why Dave Rennie's side must learn from this physical wake-up call. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Boks Are UNSTOPPABLE? | Sean Maloney On Springboks DOMINANCE & Bledisloe Cup 17.09.2026 47min

  Stan Sport commentator Sean Maloney joins Martin Devlin to look back on the epic four-test series between the All Blacks and the Springboks. Sean gives an outsider perspective on South Africa's sheer physical dominance, why Cape Town remains world rugby's best walk-up, and what the Wallabies are expecting as we head into the Bledisloe Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Which All Blacks Could Make The Springbok 23? 17.09.2026 13min

  After watching the Springboks sweep the tour, Martin Devlin asks the ultimate question: how many All Blacks would actually crack their starting 23? Devlin identifies just seven Kiwis, explaining why South Africa's world-class depth leaves little room for anyone else. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What The All Blacks Need To FIX To Beat South Africa In The World Cup | Harry Jones 15.09.2026 46min

  Harry Jones from the Lekker Rugby Pod joins Martin Devlin for a full post-mortem on the four-test series between the All Blacks and the Springboks. The boys break down South Africa's 3-1 series win, comparing the physical power of the forward packs, the coaching duel between Rassie Erasmus and Dave Rennie, and what New Zealand must fix before next year's World Cup. IMAGE CREDIT: South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus during the All Blacks v South Africa second test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, DHL Stadium, Cape Town, South Africa, Saturday, 29 August 2026. (Photo by Shaun Roy / action press) All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie during the All Blacks v South Africa second test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, DHL Stadium, Cape Town, South Africa, Saturday, 29 August 2026. (Photo by John Cowpland / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  All Blacks REALITY CHECK | The Hard Lessons We MUST Take on Board 15.09.2026 45min

  Martin Devlin, Mark Watson, and John Day gather for the Rugby Roundtable to deliver a frank assessment of the All Blacks’ 3-1 series loss to the Springboks. The team tackles the hard questions around Rassie Erasmus's tactics, set-piece struggles, defense coaching, and whether our high-tempo attack can actually deliver a World Cup. IMAGE CREDIT: All Blacks Tupou VaaÕi during All Blacks v South Africa, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry Tour, Baltimore, USA, 13 September 2026. (Photo by Jack Megaw / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  STOP BLAMING THE REF | Chris Jones On Why All Blacks MUST Adapt To Northern Referees 15.09.2026 36min

  The Springboks have wrapped up a 3-1 series victory after beating the All Blacks 43-28 in Baltimore. Chris Jones joins Martin Devlin to dissect where the match got away, the ongoing drama around refereeing interpretations, and why South Africa's sheer physical dominance sets the standard in world rugby. IMAGE CREDIT: Match referee Nika Amashukeli speaks to All Blacks Luke Jacobson and South Africa Siya Kolisi during the All Blacks v South Africa test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 5 September 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Are The Springboks UNSTOPPABLE? | Tony Johnson Breaks Down The Greatest Rivalry Series 14.09.2026 35min

  The Springboks have taken out a 3-1 series victory after beating the All Blacks 29-24 in Baltimore. Nigel Yalden joins Tony Johnson to break down where the test match got away, why South Africa's deep program sets the standard, and what Dave Rennie's side must learn moving forward. IMAGE CREDIT: South Africa with the trophy during All Blacks v South Africa, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry Tour, Baltimore, USA, 13 September 2026. (Photo by Greg Sabin / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  BALTIMORE BREAKDOWN: Springboks Beat All Blacks 43-28 to Seal Series 13.09.2026 1j 9min

  The Springboks have beaten the All Blacks 43-28 in Baltimore, completing a 3-1 series victory. Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall are joined by former All Black Ant Strachan to break down where the Test was won and lost, the decisive moments and what this defeat says about the All Blacks. It’s DSPN’s full post-match reaction to a bruising end to Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry. Thanks to HBO Max. All Killer, No Filler! Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network Instagram: @dspn_rugby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  James Parsons on TEST 4 against the Boks 12.09.2026 18min

  JAMES PARSONS FROM AOTEAROA RUGBY POD is on tour! The All Blacks are 2-1 down and the series is on the line in Baltimore. Jippa and Jamie break down Dave Rennie's key selections — Patrick Tuipulotu, Sam Derry, and Tupou Vaa'i in the forward pack, Ethan Blackadder's phenomenal Lions game performance, and Richie Mo'unga's return to the 10 jersey. Plus: Why the scrum could decide everything, whether Ruben Love deserves the pressure he's copping, and Codie Taylor's captain's run thoughts ahead of a must-win fourth test. And the big question — with the 2027 Rugby World Cup looming, is this group on the right track, or are the cracks starting to show? Come join us live straight after full time for reaction and hot takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Richie Mo’unga Returns: All Blacks Make Eight Changes for Baltimore Decider 11.09.2026 51min

  Richie Mo’unga is back in the All Blacks No. 10 jersey for the first time since the 2023 World Cup final as Dave Rennie makes eight changes for the final test against the Springboks in Baltimore. Martin Devlin and John Day give their immediate reaction to the team, while Jamie Wall reports from Baltimore. They debate Beauden Barrett’s surprise selection, Ethan Blackadder’s return, the revamped forward pack and whether the All Blacks can avoid a third straight defeat to South Africa. The DSPN Greatest Rivalry Tour is proudly brought to you by HBO Max. All Killer, No Filler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The BEST & WORST Moments Of The GREATEST RIVALRY TOUR 10.09.2026 15min

  Martin and Jamie sit down to reflect on their favourite moments and highlights from an unforgettable tour of South Africa. From the warmth of the local fans to electric stadium atmospheres, the boys look back on what made this trip so special. IMAGE CREDIT: All Blacks Will Jordan celebrates a try during the All Blacks v South Africa first test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, Ellis Park, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 22 August 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press) South Africa Jesse Kriel reacts during the All Blacks v South Africa test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 5 September 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  All Black Fans... Let's Be Honest 10.09.2026 14min

  Martin Devlin lays out eight brutal, honest home truths about where the All Blacks stand following the South African leg of the tour. From finding genuine intimidators to fixing a struggling set-piece and looking overseas for coaching expertise, Martin explains why sentimentality must be tossed aside if we want to win next year's World Cup. IMAGE CREDIT: All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie during the All Blacks v South Africa second test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, DHL Stadium, Cape Town, South Africa, Saturday, 29 August 2026. (Photo by John Cowpland / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  INSIDE The All Blacks Preparations Ahead Of FINAL Springbok Test 09.09.2026 17min

  We check in live with Jamie Wall on the ground in the United States as the All Blacks prepare for a high-stakes final test against the Springboks. With Ardie Savea and Luke Jacobson sidelined, Wallace Sititi steps into the frame as the squad looks to turn review feedback into motivation. Attack coach Mike Blair breaks down the plan to fix penalty counts, speed up ruck ball, and convert line breaks into points. IMAGE CREDIT: All Blacks Will Jordan during the All Blacks v South Africa second test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, DHL Stadium, Cape Town, South Africa, Saturday, 29 August 2026. (Photo by John Cowpland / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Can The All Blacks SQUARE SERIES In Baltimore? | Or Are Springboks Far Too DOMINANT? 08.09.2026 35min

  Martin Devlin catches up with Chris Jones straight off the flight back from South Africa. The boys break down the hard truths from the three test matches, looking at the All Blacks' ongoing set piece struggles, lineout systems, and why South Africa still has even more levels to reach. IMAGE CREDIT: South Africa Manie Libbok during the All Blacks v South Africa test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 5 September 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The All Blacks BIGGEST Weak Spot | How Do We Fix Our SCRUM? 08.09.2026 43min

  Andrew Mulligan, Mark Watson, and John Day gather at the Rugby Roundtable to dissect another tough result against South Africa. We discuss the scrum battle, referee interpretations, and why Dave Rennie stepped back from pushing the narrative. Plus, we ask the hard questions about team leadership on the field when Ardie Savea is missing. IMAGE CREDIT: All Blacks Cam Roigard during the All Blacks v South Africa test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 5 September 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices