DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network

PICKING THE 23-MAN ALL BLACK SQUAD TO FACE FRANCE

26 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dave Rennie's All Blacks Squad is locked in, and now the real chess match begins. Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall form their own two-man selection commit...

MAIN TAKEAWAYS FROM DAVE RENNIE'S SQUAD! | MURRAY MEXTED'S INSIDE WORD

25 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

All Black legend Murray Mexted joins Marty in the studio for a deep, no-nonsense breakdown of the Hurricanes' spectacular championship victory and Dav...

WHAT GRAHAM HENRY BRINGS (BACK) TO THE ALL BLACKS | JOHN AFOA

24 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

All Black legend and 516 first-class game veteran John Afoa enters the studio to pull apart Dave Rennie's first squad announcement. John explains the ...

WHAT DO FANS THINK OF DAVE RENNIE'S ALL BLACKS SQUAD!?

24 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The response to Monday's All Blacks squad naming has been absolutely massive. Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall fire up an emergency midweek mailbag to fil...

FEHI FINEANGANOFO ON BECOMING AN ALL BLACK & NEWCASTLE CONTRACT SITUATION

23 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The first All Blacks squad announcement of 2026 is in the books and the emotions are running high. Jamie Wall caught up with new caps Fehi Fineanganof...

DID DAVE RENNIE PICK THE RIGHT ALL BLACKS SQUAD!? | Roundtable

23 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The first All Blacks squad of the year is officially locked in. Martin Devlin sits down with Mark Watson and John Day to run through the newbies and t...

LIVE REACTION: Dave Rennie names his first All Blacks squad

22 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Martin Devlin, Tony Johnson and Jamie Wall react live to Dave Rennie’s first All Blacks squad naming. They break down the four new caps, Ardie Save...

CHIEFS v HURRICANES | GRAND FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE

19 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Clarke Laidlaw and Jono Gibbes join the captains upstairs for a press conference before the ultimate decider at the Cake Tin. We break down the massiv...

WHY JORDIE BARRETT IS NEW ZEALAND'S BEST PLAYER!

18 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Grand Final is locked in. Special guest Ross Karl from the Aotearoa Rugby Pod joins us in the studio to preview the blockbuster Hurricanes vs Chie...

'It's The Stuff You Dream Of' | OLLIE NORRIS ON THE SUPER RUGBY GRANDFINAL

18 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final is officially locked in for an absolute blockbuster matchup in Wellington. Ollie Norris joins Marty on the show to...

Talking to the SUPER RUGBY PLAYER OF THE YEAR + Team Announcements Reaction

17 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The teams are officially locked in for the Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final at the Cake Tin. We break down the massive squad announcements, including t...

"I'm Gonna Go With The Chiefs" | ANT STRACHAN ON SUPER RUGBY FINAL + ALL BLACKS SELECTION

17 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Former All Black Ants Strachan joins Marty to preview an incredibly highly anticipated Super Rugby final between the top two high-flying teams. We div...

"BARRETT'S HAD HIS DAY" | WILL BEAUDEN MAKE THE CUT!? | Rugby Roundtable

16 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s grand final week, and the Rugby Roundtable is fired up. John Day and Mark Watson join the show to pick a winner in the blockbusting Hurricanes ...

"You Expect Them To Be In Control" | TONY JOHNSON ON CRUSADERS SHOCKING SEMI-FINAL DEFEAT

15 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The two absolute best teams have made the grand final, and Sky Sport's Tony Johnson joins Marty to unpack a sensational weekend of semifinal results. ...

ENGLAND IS FLYING! CAN NZ CATCH UP? | WOMEN'S RUGBY

14 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We are locking into a massive breakdown on the state of the women's global game. New Zealand Rugby’s Hannah Porter joins the desk to address the wor...

Chiefs smash Crusaders to book Super Rugby final spot | Jamie Wall in Hamilton

12 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Chiefs are into another Super Rugby final after a massive semi-final win over the Crusaders in Hamilton. Jamie Wall was there for DSPN as the Chi...

Should The All Blacks Copy Ireland?

11 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We are digging straight into the million-dollar question regarding the health of global rugby pathways. Irish rugby journalist Caolán Scully joins Ja...

Are the Chiefs CURSED? | Chiefs v Crusaders SEMI-FINAL Preview

10 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We are diving straight into the high stakes Super Rugby semifinals. Nigel Yalden joins the studio to break down whether Jono Gibbes has the European e...

THE BOLTERS WHO COULD BEAT SOUTH AFRICA | All Blacks Roundtable

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Rugby Roundtable is completely locked in for a brutal semifinal weekend. Mark and John join the desk to unveil our 2026 All Black bolters and deba...

Aussie Rugby Roundtable: Sean Maloney & Brett McKay’s Brutal Reality Check

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Super Rugby semifinals are here, but unfortunately, every single Australian team is watching from the couch. Australian Rugby Commentator Sean Mal...

Should Refs Stop Warning Players & Just Penalize? | Reading Your Comments

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Martin and Jamie dive into a massive qualifying finals mailbag to address the feedback surrounding Super Rugby CEO Jack Mesley's appearance. We look a...

'Final's Footy Is Where We Truly Come Alive' | Leicester Faingaʻanuku Interview

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We're checking in with one of the real standout stars of the Crusaders as the team heads into a massive knockout clash at Te Kaha. Leicester Faingaʻa...

How are the Aussies feelings going into the Qualifying Finals | Les Kiss & Ben Mowen

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We are officially strapped in for the Super Rugby qualifying finals. Martin Devlin sits down for a couple of massive, back-to-back exclusive interview...

Can The Hurricanes Shut Down The Brumbies In Wellington? | Cory Jane

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Hurricanes assistant coach Cory Jane joins the show ahead of their massive sudden-death quarter-final against the Brumbies in Wellington. We tackle th...

Super Rugby Qualifying Finals Preview: Is There An Upset Coming?

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s qualifying finals time! Martin and Jamie break down the stats and structures for the massive three-match schedule. We look at the top-form Hurr...

Who WE think belongs in the All Blacks | Rugby Roundtable

03 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's Roundtable time on DSPN, and we are laying down the 34 names for our All Blacks side. Martin, John Day, and Mark Watson don't fanny around with t...

'Some people DON'T like FACTS' | Super Rugby CEO reveals TRUTH about Audience Numbers

03 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s be honest, people love to paint a negative picture about crowd sizes, but the numbers tell a very different story. Martin sits down for an exc...

Why Referees Need to Stop the Warnings | Jeff the Ref

02 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Martin Devlin and resident rule expert Jeff the Ref sit down with a glass of water—or vodka—to dismantle the most glaring officiating moments from...

Super Rugby Sudden-Death: Who survives The Quarter-Finals?

02 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sky Sport's Tony Johnson joins Marty to break down the three massive qualifying finals this weekend. We tackle the Hurricanes’ strategic "rest vs ru...

Do Schoolboy Steroid Gains Last Into Professional Rugby? | Mailbag

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s mailbag time and we are ripping into your hottest takes. We address the terrifying culture of schoolboy steroid use in South Africa and whether...

Should Rugby League Adopt the 20-Minute Red Card

28 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Martin and Jamie back up after a chaotic 24 hours to preview a high-stakes Round 16. We delve into the Ashley Klein Origin red card controversy and ex...

"Lost Up Its Own Backside" | Duncan Garner on the DEMISE of Rugby

28 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Editor-in-Chief host Duncan Garner joins Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall on the DSPN today! We're tearing into Duncan’s controversial Listener piece cl...

High Degree of Danger! Why Are Red Card Upgrades Taking Seven Minutes?

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Our resident whistle-blower Jeff McGregor returns for another edition of Jeff The Ref ahead of international referee Ben O'Keeffe rolling into the stu...

McKenzie, Roigard, or Jordan? Who's The MOST Crucial Injury Loss

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Rugby Roundtable is back to tackle the state of the game as the round robin wraps up. Mark Watson and John Day join the show to break down the eme...

Hurricanes "Haven't Missed A Beat" | SIX Super Rugby Hot Takes

25 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

One round to go in the Super Rugby round-robin and the playoff picture is absolute chaos. Martin and Jamie dive straight into the numbers, breaking do...

The Super Rugby Finals Jigsaw: Who Faces Who In The Quarterfinals?

25 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tony Johnson joins Martin straight after calling an absolute crackerjack of a match between the Crusaders and Chiefs. We break down the incredible atm...

Super Rugby NOT Worth Watching? | Mailbag

22 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Friday and the mailbag is completely overflowing. Martin and Jamie dive headfirst into your best comments from the week, tackling everything fr...

Selecting 15 to Play Stormers | All Blacks South Africa Tour Squad

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Selecting an All Blacks side always gets people talking, but picking a midweek touring squad for South Africa is a whole different beast. Rugby journa...

Are the Springboks DRUG cheats? | Brenden Nel Hits Back

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

South African Rugby Journalist Brenden Nel joins us to hit back at the inflammatory headlines targeting the back-to-back world champions. From uncover...

'No Regrets' | Brad Shields on playing overseas and the Hurricanes stellar season

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Brad Shields joins the DSPN studio to talk about the Hurricanes’ flying season, his incredible global rugby journey, and what it’s really like to ...

'Magic Round was WAY better' | Unpacking the Magic vs Super Round Debate

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We tackle a packed (extra) mailbag following our recent Roundtable debate about Magic Round vs Super Round. Are Warriors fans getting a bit too ahead ...

Are Super Rugby Laws Protecting Dangerous High Tackles? | Jeff the Ref

19 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Our resident whistle-blower Jeff McGregor joins us live from Manila for another unfiltered edition of Jeff the Ref. We break down the absolute head-sc...

Magic Round vs Super Round: Who did it better? | Rugby Roundtable

19 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The numbers from the NRL's Magic Round are undeniable, but do they tell the full story? We look beyond the scoreboard to break down the massive divide...

Six HOT TAKES from Super Rugby Round 14 | DSPN

18 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall go rapid-fire through six hot takes from the rugby weekend. We break down why the Blues’ shellacking at Eden Park prove...

The Blues Are Found Out! Tony Johnson Breaks Down the Eden Park Shellacking

18 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sky Sport's Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin to dissect a seismic Round 14. We drop the analytical hammer on the Blues' defensive collapse and credit ...

Why the Anzac Test Should Be the Bledisloe Cup | Mailbag

15 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From titanium plates in jaws to the "river of piss" at Athletic Park, we’re diving into the brutal, messy, and honest side of rugby. We address your...

Gilbert Enoka on Dave Rennie, Leadership, and the All Black Legacy

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The man behind the All Blacks' mental fortitude for over two decades is back. Gilbert Enoka joins us to discuss his return to the management team unde...

"Archaic & Ridiculous": Watto Tears Into NZR Over Richie Mo'unga

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Mo'unga debate isn't going away. We dive into the "wide gulf" between Dave Rennie’s plans and New Zealand Rugby’s eligibility rules. Is it tim...

Is Super Rugby Dying? Bernard Jackman’s Honest Take from Ireland

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We welcome Irish rugby royalty Bernard Jackman to the show for a proper deep dive into the state of the game. From Rieko Ioane’s positional shift at...

Was That a Try? Breaking Down the Reds-Chiefs Chaos | Jeff the Ref

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff McGregor from Web Wonks joins Martin to dissect a controversial weekend of Super Rugby officiating. We’re talking Marcus Playle’s "shocking" ...

Graham Henry is BACK! | Breaking Down the All Blacks Presser

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The All Blacks management group opened the doors at NZR HQ, and we were there to see what the Dave Rennie era actually looks like. From the shock retu...

The New Names Dave Rennie CAN'T Ignore | Tony Johnson

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Leicester Fainga'anuku’s move to flanker has gone from a "roll of the dice" to a genuine tactical revolution. We break down the Crusaders' dominant ...

Will Winning Super Rugby Get Ruben Love an All Blacks Jersey?

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We dive back into the mailbag to tackle the biggest calls in Kiwi sport. Martin and Jamie break down the Ruben Love hype, the "boring" winning culture...

Will Cam Roigard’s Injury Derail the Hurricanes' Season? | DSPN

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jamie Wall joins the starting lineup full-time as we tackle a massive Round 13 in Super Rugby. We’re looking at the fallout of Cam Roigard’s "sign...

Is Super Rugby Failing The All Blacks? Jamie Salmon give his Two Cents

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rugby legend and dual All Black/England international Jamie Salmon joins Martin to break down the widening gap between the two hemispheres. We dig int...

Can Dave Rennie Bring Back the Innovation We've Lost? | Daryl Gibson

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Crusaders and All Blacks great Daryl Gibson joins us to celebrate the opening of Christchurch’s new roofed stadium. We dive deep into the state of S...

Do the Refs Actually Know the Laws? Breaking Down Super Rugby Round 12

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Martin Devlin and "Jeff the Ref" tackle a weekend of absolute chaos on the grass. We break down the shockers from the Hurricanes and Crusaders clash, ...

Rugby in Crisis? Why 11 Top NZ Players are Quitting Super Rugby

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The trickle has become a river. Martin Devlin, John Day, and Mark Watson dive into the massive talent drain hitting New Zealand rugby, with 11 big nam...

Crusaders Robbed? Round 12 Super Rugby Breakdown with Tony Johnson

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We’re breaking down a massive Round 12 where the Crusaders might have every right to feel aggrieved over a shocker of a forward pass. Tony Johnson j...

The Hurricanes Are In Control... Or are they? | Marty's Sermon

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s be honest, we all saw it coming — or in the case of that Crusaders try, we all saw the forward pass that the TMO somehow missed. Martin brea...

Super Rugby Is NOT Dead, Lachlan signs off | Mailbag

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s an emotional final mailbag as we bid farewell to Lachlan Waugh before he heads off to Sky. We dive into the massive success of the Christchurch...

Sir Steve Hansen: How The All Blacks Can Topple Springboks In 2026

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sir Steve Hansen is back with Martin, and as always, there is no soft serve here. From Christchurch’s new stadium buzz to the All Blacks’ future, ...

Te Kaha Stadium: Inside Christchurch’s New Sporting Home

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

After 15 years of waiting, planning, debating and building, Christchurch finally has its new stadium, and Marty is right in the thick of it. Martin...

Super Rugby With Jeff The Ref: Head Contact, Spider Cam And A Wild Try

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ever watched a game and thought, “how on earth is that the rule?” Yeah, same. That’s where Jeff the Ref comes in. This week, Jeff McGregor join...

Rugby Roundtable: Crusaders' Resurgence, Super Round’s Future Location

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Christchurch finally got its big rugby weekend, and fair play, it looked and felt like the sort of thing Super Rugby has been begging for. But should ...

Steve Devine & Dave Phillips: Inside Kiwi Firefighters' Pay And Resource Issues

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This one hits different. Because it is not theory, it is lived experience. Duncan sits down with firefighters Steve Devine and Dave Phillips to hea...

Tony Johnson: Crusaders Looming Large as Super Rugby Finals Approach

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Now we get into the rugby. After the buzz of Christchurch, Tony Johnson sticks around to break down a massive Super Rugby round and what it means for ...

Tony Johnson on Super Round: A Big Win for Super Rugby and Christchurch

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Super Rugby's Super Round absolutely delivered! After a cracking weekend in Christchurch, we’re back from Te Kaha Stadium with Tony Johnson to unpac...

Dan Carter: All Blacks’ Depth, First-Five Battle And Super Round

26 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

At Super Rugby’s Super Round, Dan Carter joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN for a wide-ranging chat. He reflects on the city’s earthquake recovery, C...

Super Rugby Transfers, Union vs League, Lachlan Signs Off | Mailbag

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This one starts in the Mailbag and ends with a proper farewell. We get stuck into your feedback on Super Rugby, from whether the comp is actually sus...

Todd Blackadder: Crusaders' 2026 Form And Why Super Rugby Is Good

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We caught up with Crusaders legend and ex All Blacks captain Todd Blackadder to talk about the brand new stadium in Christchurch - it is a massive mom...

Rugby Roundtable: Ardie Savea’s Next Move And All Blacks 10 Debate

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Riley Higgins is off, Ardie Savea’s next move is suddenly a proper talking point, and we’re still no closer to a clean answer on the All Blacks No...

Jeff the Ref: Why Blues' Zarn Sullivan Should Have Been Red Carded

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Some of rugby’s toughest calls went under the microscope this week, and we got Jeff the Ref in to break it all down properly. We go through a stack...

Murray Mexted: Chiefs vs Hurricanes, All Blacks Loosies, And NZ Rugby’s Future

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Who should wear six, seven and eight for the All Blacks? We got Murray Mexted back on to do what he does best - get right into the guts of loose forwa...

Tony Johnson: Chiefs Edge Canes, Drua Stun Brumbies, Black Ferns Click

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

That was one of those Super Rugby weekends where the table shifted, the pressure cranked up, and nobody got to hide. We get into the Chiefs’ statem...

Super Rugby Vibe Rankings: There’s a New King as Chiefs Soar, Crusaders Fall

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Super Rugby Vibe Rankings are back and, honestly, it is absolute carnage. This week on DSPN, we try to make sense of a Super Rugby comp where the ...

Chiefs Edge Hurricanes In THRILLER, Crusaders Lose Again | Super Rugby Review

19 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This round had everything. A golden-point gut punch in Hamilton, the Drua pulling off a proper stunner in Canberra, and the Crusaders coughing up a 19...

Ruben Love’s ‘Time To Shine’ And Fixing All Blacks Eligibility | Mailbag

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ruben Love at 10? We’re done dancing around it. This week’s DSPN Mailbag gets stuck into the big one, with plenty of you making the case to just h...

Super Rugby In Crisis? Plus, All Blacks Loose Forward Debate | Rugby Roundtable

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Super Rugby is back in the spotlight, and not always for the right reasons. We get stuck into what happens next for the competition after Moana Pasifi...

Jamie Wall: Why Moana Pasifika Failed And What Happens Next

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Moana Pasifika is all but done, and we’re still trying to work out what that really means. We get Jamie Wall in to unpack the sadness around the clu...

Graham Henry And Brent Impey: All Blacks' Future And Keeping Up With South Africa

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What actually needs to change if the All Blacks want to stay at the top? That’s the big question in this one, and we get stuck into it with two men ...

Jeff The Ref: Should Tip Tacklers in Rugby be Sin Binned?

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Not every big hit is a good hit, and not every whistle needs to blow. This week on the DSPN, we get Jeff the Ref back in to work through some of the t...

Super Rugby Top Six ‘Locked In’ As Hurricanes DOMINATE | Vibe Rankings

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The vibe rankings are back and things are starting to feel very real. On the DSPN, Marty and Lachie break down where every Super Rugby team actually ...

Ant Strachan Breaks Down Hurricanes vs Blues and All Blacks Selection Race

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Hurricanes are humming, the Chiefs are waiting, and suddenly every big Super Rugby matchup feels like an All Blacks trial. On the DSPN, Marty is ...

Tony Johnson: Hurricanes Cook Blues As Super Rugby Finals Race Heats Up

12 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Hurricanes are flying and Martin can barely hide it. On the DSPN today, Marty and Tony Johnson get stuck into a wild round nine of Super Rugby ...

Should Rieko Ioane Still Be Picked For The All Blacks? | Mailbag

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Marty and Young Producer Lachlan dive into a massive Mailbag session this week, questioning if the All Blacks are looking backwards by sticking with R...

Murray Mexted: Defending Ian Foster And Picking All Blacks Starters For South Africa

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Murray Mexted is back with us on DSPN and this one covers a lot of ground. From Ian Foster’s book to the inner workings of NZ Rugby, there’s plent...

Jamie Wall’s Super Rugby Pacific Form XV After 8 Rounds

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Halfway through Super Rugby Pacific, we’ve done what rugby fans love doing most: picked a team and invited the arguments. Jamie Wall joins us to nam...

How Super Rugby Failed The Fans At Easter | Rugby Roundtable

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The DSPN crew is back to tear into the absolute mess that was the Super Rugby Easter schedule. Martin, Mark, and John don't hold back on the "lame" ex...

Jeff The Ref: Analysing Crusaders' Cards And Finau’s Big Hits

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Martin and Jeff the Ref are back to break down a strange weekend of Super Rugby Pacific. With only three games on the slate, there was still plenty of...

Sean Maloney And Brett McKay: Super Rugby Contenders And Easter Schedule

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Super Rugby Pacific hits the halfway mark and, honestly, it still feels like the comp is making it up as it goes. We get Sean Maloney and Brett McKay ...

Tony Johnson: Super Rugby's Sad Easter Schedule And Chiefs' Statement Win

06 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Super Rugby gave us only three games over Easter, but there was still plenty to get stuck into. On this episode, Martin and Tony Johnson unpack why th...

Darren Shand: How The All Blacks Built A World Class Environment

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What actually makes the All Blacks successful? It is not just what happens on the field. Martin Devlin sits down with former All Blacks manager Dar...

Beauden Barrett On Beating Springboks In South Africa And 2027 World Cup

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

All Black legend Beauden Barrett joins Martin to talk about the "deep feeling of hurt" that’s driving him toward the 2027 World Cup. He opens up abo...

All Black Coaching Strategy, Crusaders Super Rugby’s Giant Killers Of 2026? | Mailbag

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We are diving deep into the mailbag this week as Martin and Lachlan tackle the big questions in New Zealand rugby. From the "swimming" tactics in the ...

Rugby Refs ‘Coaching The Players’, And Moana Pasifika’s Relevance | Rugby Roundtable

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We are halfway through the Super Rugby season, and there is plenty to celebrate. From the All Whites’ historic win over Chile to the emergence of Ru...

Ardie, Codie, Scott: Who Should Captain The All Blacks Next?

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Who should captain the All Blacks right now? It sounds simple, but once you start pulling at the thread, it gets complicated pretty quickly. We get...

Jeff The Ref: Super Rugby HIA Rules & North Harbour Power Outage Explained

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff McGregor joins Martin to dig into a massive weekend of Super Rugby officiating. We’re looking at why those head clashes in the Moana Pasifika v...

Hurricanes Are Mesmerizing! And Making Sense of Chiefs, Reds and Brumbies | Super Rugby Vibe Rankings

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s vibe rankings time and things are starting to split. At the top, it’s pretty clear. The Hurricanes and Blues have separated themselves from t...

Tony Johnson: Red-Hot Hurricanes, Best Super Rugby Wingers, And All Blacks Captaincy

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Hurricanes are humming, and we mean properly humming. Today on DSPN, Marty and Tony Johnson get stuck into a massive Super Rugby round, starting w...