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DSPN -RUGBY

rova | DSPN
All Blacks
South Africa
Springboks
Super Rugby
Rugby
New Zealand
Super Rugby Pacific
New Zealand Rugby
Chiefs
Rugby Union
Crusaders
Hurricanes
Christchurch
Dave Rennie
Ireland
France
Cape Town
Nations Championship
Richie Mo'unga
Super Round

DSPN is a New Zealand rugby podcast and channel hosted by Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall, covering the biggest stories in the game. From the All Blacks and Super Rugby to provincial rugby, major interviews, breaking news, and sharp commentary, DSPN delivers strong opinions, smart analysis, and proper rugby discussion for New Zealand fans. DSPN is brought to you by HBO Max. All Killer No Filler.

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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 he... more

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 Re... more

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 ru... more

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... more

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Sean Maloney
Voice of Australian rugby broadcaster on Stan Sport
Stan Sport
Episode: Boks Are UNSTOPPABLE? | Sean Maloney On Springboks DOMINANCE & Bledisloe Cup
Harry Jones
Guest, presenter from the Lekker Pod
Lekker Pod
Episode: What The All Blacks Need To FIX To Beat South Africa In The World Cup | Harry Jones
Luke Jacobson
Rugby union loose forward for the All Blacks
New Zealand National Team
Episode: LUKE JACOBSON On Dave Rennie’s System, Cleanout Margins & Springbok Physicality
Joel Stransky
Former Springbok flyhalf, World Cup winner (1995) and inaugural International Rugby Hall of Fame inductee
South African Rugby Union / Springboks
Episode: Joel Stransky: Why This Tour Matters More for the All Blacks
Ruben Love
All Blacks fly-half guest on DSPN tour in South Africa
All Blacks
Episode: Why The All Blacks 10 Jersey Belongs To No One | RUBEN LOVE
Rassie Erasmus
Springbok coach mentioned in coverage
South Africa Rugby Union
Episode: REACTION | Has Rassie got it right this week?
Richie Mo'unga
All Blacks fly-half
All Blacks
Episode: ALL BLACKS Team Named To Face LIONS | Squad Breakdown
Alex Lowe
Correspondent from The Times, providing international perspective
The Times
Episode: Will The All Blacks South Africa Tour Get Nasty?
Ant Strachan
Former rugby commentator and analyst, guest on this episode
Rugby Analyst, Strachan commentary
Episode: All Blacks Team Named: The Bold Calls for Ellis Park

Host

Martin Devlin
Host of DSPN; introduces guests and leads discussions; long-time rugby pundit

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 197 ratings
  • A Rugby Podcast not a Sports Podcast

    Basically a rugby podcast, so ideal for old people. It even has Murray Mexted on there for good old fashioned views. Next to nothing on the two biggest and most exciting sporting competitions in Australasia, the NRL and AFL. We even have a team in the NRL, the biggest rating TV sports completion involving the two countries.

    Rugby should be included, so the older audience has something to listen to, but how about the exciting stuff!!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    orcapoise
    New Zealand5 months ago
  • End of 2025 review

    Devlin does great work. This interview of him by Mark Philpott is full of Marty’s intelligence, passion and common sense. If you love rugby and the All Blacks in particular this is a must listen to. High commended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChChFan
    New Zealand9 months ago
  • Time for Mex to go.

    Would be a 5 star pod if not for the segments with Mex.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Height isn’t everything.
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Simon Drought

    Great show Marty - some Auckland FC/Nix when the season restarts pls!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simon Drought
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Best sports podcast

    Love the show, more NRL please

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Megatron@
    New Zealanda year ago

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Hosts deliver sharp rugby analysis with credible guests and no-nonsense talk.
Guest lineup frequently includes top coaches and players, adding authority.
Content is opinion-forward and entertaining, though some segments polarize listeners.

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What The All Blacks Need To FIX To Beat South Africa In The World Cup | Harry Jones
Q: OK, I've got a few questions here for you. And one of them starts with Rassie versus Rennie. Do you think Erasmus outsmarted Rennie during this series?
Yes, over the three tests Erasmus's adaptations and substitutions showed a level of tactical nuance that challenged Rennie, particularly in the final test where the box's adjustments stifled the All Blacks' approach. Rennie's initial plan worked early, but Erasmus's flexible strategy and player rotations ultimately gave the Springboks a path to victory.
Boks Are UNSTOPPABLE? | Sean Maloney On Springboks DOMINANCE & Bledisloe Cup
Q: What did you learn from playing Argentina about your team?
From the pockets of performance where Australia could match it with anyone, we saw that when they are on, they are fantastic to watch, with polished execution inside opposing 22s, but there is a notable drop-off when things aren't on, which is something to fix to stay competitive against top teams like South Africa.
LUKE JACOBSON On Dave Rennie’s System, Cleanout Margins & Springbok Physicality
Q: What adjustments have been most impactful between the first and second tests?
Luke highlights growth in defence, set pieces, and the need to exploit small margins to tilt moments in the match in New Zealand's favor.
LUKE JACOBSON On Dave Rennie’s System, Cleanout Margins & Springbok Physicality
Q: How do you view the third Test on South African soil and the series as a whole?
He emphasizes the importance of the upcoming match, the challenge of three tests in one country, and the need to execute under pressure to stay competitive.
LUKE JACOBSON On Dave Rennie’s System, Cleanout Margins & Springbok Physicality
Q: What was it like sitting in the studio and knowing the test series was coming up?
Luke describes the excitement and the drive to prepare for a big weekend, highlighting the anticipation and focus needed to perform in a high-stakes test.

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