DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network

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...

Hurricanes On FIRE, And Are The Waratahs Back? | Super Rugby With Jamie Wall

29 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Round seven gave us a bit of everything, and then chucked in a proper sideline meltdown from England for good measure. We get stuck into the Hurricane...

Should Ardie Be Next All Blacks Captain? More North vs South Rugby Debate | Mailbag

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The DSPN mailbag is overflowing this week. Martin and Lachlan dive into the heated debate over the All Blacks captaincy—is Ardie Savea really the ri...

Greg Martin Talks New All Blacks Assistants And Les Kiss' Coaching Smarts

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Greg Martin joins the show for a massive cross-code preview. We dive into the "hard bastard pie" being served up by the new All Blacks assistants, Nei...

Can Reds Topple Hurricanes? Tony Johnson Previews Super Rugby Round 8

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sky Sport’s Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin to look ahead to a massive Round 7. We break down the "battle within a battle" between the Hurricanes a...

Tony Johnson: 'Relief' As All Blacks Coaches Confirmed, And Debating First-Five Options

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sky Sport’s Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin to break down the newly named All Blacks coaching crew. We discuss the "relief" of the appointments, wh...

Greg Barclay Talks NZ Rugby's Growth And International Calendar

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Greg Barclay has held the top job at the ICC and now sits as a director for New Zealand Rugby and our man at World Rugby. He joins Martin Devlin to pu...

All Blacks First Five Debate: Who Should Dave Rennie Turn To In 2026

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The No. 10 jersey is the most important position in New Zealand sport, and right now, it’s entirely up for grabs. Martin Devlin breaks down the four...

'Back To Grassroots': Neil Barnes And Tana Umaga All Blacks Appointments Explained

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jamie Wall joins Martin Devlin straight from NZR Headquarters after the first official press conference with the new All Blacks assistants. We break d...

Super Rugby: Roigard's Try, Numia's Scrummaging With Jeff The Ref

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff "The Ref" McGregor joins Martin to pull apart the big calls from the Highlanders vs. Hurricanes and Blues vs. Waratahs. We dive into Cam Roigard’...

All Blacks Assistants Confirmed: Grading Dave Rennie's Team | Rugby Roundtable

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The wait is over. Dave Rennie’s All Blacks coaching staff has been officially unveiled via press release. Martin Devlin, Mark Watson, and John Day d...

Flanders An All Blacks Shoe-In? Super Rugby Form XV With Jamie Wall

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jamie Wall joins Martin Devlin to pull apart a rambunctious round of Super Rugby. We ask the big questions: are the Hurricanes the real deal or just f...

Super Rugby Vibe Rankings: Chiefs Are Chokers, Canes Are Class

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Martin and Lachlan pull no punches in this week's Vibe Rankings. We dissect the Chiefs’ inability to close big games, the Waratahs’ "comical" perf...

Ruben Love's All Blacks Stock Rises, Holland Named Next Blues Coach | Super Rugby Review

21 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What a round. We got a Blues comeback that looked unlikely, a Chiefs loss that will still sting, and a Hurricanes performance that made plenty of us s...

Tana Umaga 'Deserves More Respect', And Ireland's Chances vs All Blacks | Mailbag

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We’re clearing out the DSPN mailbag this week and it’s a heavy one. Martin and Lachlan tackle the polarizing feedback on Tana Umaga—is his "All ...

All Blacks In Waiting? Tony Johnson Names His Form Super Rugby Players

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sky Sports’ Tony Johnson joins Martin to break down the standout performers in Super Rugby so far. From Will Jordan’s leadership to the "lethal" f...

Tana Umaga To The All Blacks: Why It Makes Sense | Marty's Sermon

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The whispers are getting louder: Tana Umaga might be joining Dave Rennie’s All Blacks coaching staff. Martin Devlin dives into whether this is a mas...

'Dave Rennie's The Man': Murray Mexted RAVES About New All Blacks Coach

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

All Black legend Murray Mexted joins Martin to break down the "supreme continuity" seen in the Six Nations and what it means for the All Blacks. We di...

Why Scott Hansen Staying In The All Blacks Is Risky | Rugby Roundtable

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The rugby round table reconvenes to pull apart the messy Scott Hansen situation. Martin Devlin, Mark Watson, and John Day ask the tough question: how ...

Laurie Daley Talks NZ Warriors Unbeaten Start And State Of Origin Eligibility

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rugby League royalty Laurie Daley joins Martin Devlin for a deep dive into the 2026 NRL season. Daley breaks down the Warriors' "breathtaking" start, ...

Jeff The Ref Unpacks Pulu's Red Card, Halfbacks Cheating At The Breakdown

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Referees are under the pump, and Jeff McGregor is here to explain why. We tackle the Augustine Pulu red card, the technical mastery of international s...

Super Rugby Vibe Rankings: Canes And Blues Soar, But Waratahs Can't Hide From Marty

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The vibes are shifting! Martin Devlin and Lachlan Waugh break down the Round 5 Vibe Rankings, and there's a major disagreement at the top. Marty argue...

The Value Of Tana Umaga In The All Blacks, And Our Super Rugby Form XV

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The "no loyalty" era is officially underway. Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall sit down for the second edition of Form 15, selecting an All Blacks side bas...

France-England Chaos, Ireland's Back, And Defending Henry Pollock: Six Nations Takeaways

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What a ridiculous, brilliant, all-over-the-place Six Nations that was. In this episode of DSPN, we run through six big takeaways from a tournament ...

France Are Six Nations Champions After THRILLING Win vs England: Full Reaction

15 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join DSPN host Martin Devlin, longtime Kiwi rugby commentator Tony Johnson, and UK rugby correspondent Chris Jones as they review all the action from ...

Justin Marshall: Making Sense Of Chaotic Six Nations Ahead Of Final Weekend

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Six Nations has been an absolute "melting pot" of unpredictable results. All Black legend Justin Marshall joins Martin Devlin to make sense of Eng...

Why Italy Could Beat The All Blacks, And NZ Rugby's Business Problem | Rugby Roundtable

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Rugby Roundtable is back! Martin Devlin, Mark Watson, and John Day tackle the major headlines: the potential appointment of Tana Umaga as an All B...

Anton Segner On Blues Momentum, And Justin Marshall Talks Super Rugby

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A week of massive shifts in Super Rugby Pacific! Martin Devlin is joined by Blues loose forward Anton Segner to talk about their "clinical" second-hal...

All Blacks Form XV: Who Starts Right Now For New Coach Dave Rennie?

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If the All Blacks were picked purely on form right now, who actually makes the team?That’s the question we throw around in studio with esteemed rugb...

Jeff The Ref: Why That WASN'T A Knock-On In Reds vs Brumbies

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff the Ref returns to dissect a weekend that left fans screaming at their TVs. We dive into the Reds' last-gasp win over the Brumbies, why an eye-go...

After England's Loss To Italy, Are The All Blacks Worse Than We Thought? | Marty's Sermon

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

England have lost three in a row in the Six Nations, including a historic defeat to Italy. But what does their spectacular demise tell us about the Al...

The End for Steve Borthwick? England’s Spectacular Demise And More Six Nations Chaos

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Has international rugby ever been stronger? Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin to dissect a Six Nations weekend that shredded the form book. Italy’s h...

Tony Johnson: Hurricanes Run RIOT, Blues Bully Crusaders In Super Rugby

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Unpredictability is the name of the game in Super Rugby Pacific. Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin to break down a wild Round 4, including the Hurrican...

Super Rugby Vibe Rankings: Blues And Hurricanes Soar! But Tahs Tumble

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The vibes are all over the place! Round 4 saw the Hurricanes put a "disco dancing" smackdown on the Waratahs, while the Blues out-muscled the Crusader...

Rating Dave Rennie's All Blacks Appointment And Finn Allen's INSANE Knock | Mailbag

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Dave Rennie era is here and the mailbag is overflowing. Martin Devlin and Lachlan Waugh dive into the massive reaction to the new All Blacks coach...

Brendan Cannon: Why Aussie Super Rugby Resurgence Is Real in 2026

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Wallaby legend Brendan Cannon joins the show to discuss a weekend where the "telecommunication cable" was buzzing with Aussie success. We break down t...

Better Than The Springboks? Previewing France's Grand Slam Chances Ahead Of Scotland Match

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Six Nations is back and the stakes have never been higher. Martin Devlin and Pat McCarry from RugbyPass dive into a massive weekend of fixtures. W...

Rugby Roundtable Reacts To Dave Rennie Being Named New All Blacks Coach

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The search is over. Dave Rennie has been crowned the All Blacks head coach through to the 2027 World Cup. Martin Devlin is joined by Mark Watson and J...

Dave Rennie's All Blacks Era Begins: Beating The Springboks And World Cup Aspirations

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Minutes after the press conference wrapped at NZ Rugby HQ, Jamie Wall joins Martin Devlin to dissect the appointment of Dave Rennie. We break down Ren...

Dave Rennie Named All Blacks Coach: Full Reaction With Tony Johnson

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The wait is over. Seven weeks after Scott Robertson’s exit, Dave Rennie has been officially named the next All Blacks head coach. Martin Devlin and ...

Tamaiti Williams suspended for 3-weeks | Jeff the Ref on Super Rugby Round 3

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Super Rugby Pacific officiating is under the microscope again! Martin Devlin is joined by veteran club referee and North Harbour Referees Association ...

Martyn Vercoe: Inside Munster & The All Blacks Coach Hunt

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What does it actually take to manage a world-class rugby team? Martyn Vercoe joins DSPN from Ireland to pull back the curtain on his role as Team Mana...

Seven Weeks Later, Where Is The All Blacks Coach? | Marty's Sermon

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Patience is fine, but purpose is better. We’re seven weeks into the All Blacks coaching search and while we wait for NZR to crown Jamie Joseph or Da...

Is Joseph Still The Frontrunner? Tony Johnson Talks All Blacks And Super Rugby

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Super Rugby is wide open and the Aussies are officially leading the charge. Martin Devlin and Tony Johnson break down a massive Round 3, including the...

Crusaders On The Up! But Highlanders Slide: Super Rugby Vibe Rankings

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The vibes are shifting! Round 3 saw the Crusaders remind everyone why they’re the champions with a clinical dismantle of the Chiefs. Martin and Lach...

Debating Best Franchise Rugby Comp And All Blacks Expectations | Mailbag

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We’re battling through the "man flu" to bring you the best of the mailbag. This week, we dive into the "shameful" cancellation of the Tonga game, de...

Crusaders' Poor Start To Super Rugby: Matt Todd On Breakdown Issues And Growth In Discomfort

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Crusaders are 0-2, but assistant coach Matt Todd isn't looking for excuses. The 140-game legend joins Marty to discuss the "embarrassing" loss to ...

Joseph Or Rennie For All Blacks Job? Plus Justin Marshall's Razor Comments

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The All Blacks coaching saga has taken a massive turn as Dave Rennie’s name jumps to the top of the pile. Martin Devlin is joined by "Nostra-Watson"...

Why The Scott Robertson-NZ Rugby Review Doesn't Sit Right | Marty's Sermon

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Scott "Razor" Robertson is back in the coaching saddle, but his return has reopened a massive can of worms. Martin Devlin breaks down Razor’s new gi...