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DSPN -RUGBY

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

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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South Africa has fired back to take the second test, throwing the greatest rivalry tour wide open. Andrew Mulligan, John Day, and Mark Watson break down where it went wrong for the All Blacks, from early defensive lapses to set-piece pressure. We dis... more

The Springboks have come roaring back in Cape Town to level the series with a 33-26 victory. Tony Johnson and Nigel Yalden comb through a massive test match where South Africa took their chances and managed the key passages under intense pressure. Ni... more

The series is level at 1-1 after the Springboks powered past the All Blacks in South Africa.

Martin Devlin is joined by former All Black Ant Strachan and NZ Herald rugby writer Gregor Paul to break down where the test was won and lost. Did the Boks ... more

The Springboks beat the All Blacks 33-26 in Cape Town, levelling the series 1-1 and setting up a massive decider in Johannesburg.

Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall are joined by South African rugby journalist Brenden Nel for an immediate post-match debri... more

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Recent Guests

Rassie Erasmus
Former rugby coach/player, featured guest on the episode
South African Rugby Union (contextual)
Episode: Rassie Erasmus On CRUCIAL TURNING POINT In Ellis Park Defeat | FULL PRESSER
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
Tana Umaga
All Blacks assistant coach discussed defensive plans
New Zealand national rugby team (All Blacks)
Episode: Tana Umaga CONFIDENT In Defense Ahead Of Springboks CLASH
Mike Blair
All Blacks attack coach
New Zealand national rugby team
Episode: INSIDE The All Blacks Attack Setup | Mike Blair On Offloads & Test Prep
Codie Taylor
Captain of the All Blacks for the tour weekend
All Blacks (New Zealand National Rugby Union Team)
Episode: Caleb Clarke OUT: Who Takes His All Blacks Wing Spot?
Josh Kronfeld
Former All Black, Otago and Highlanders player
All Blacks, Otago, Highlanders
Episode: Josh Kronfeld breaks down HARSH REALITIES of South African Tour
Luke Jacobson
All Blacks captain designate for the Sharks game
New Zealand national rugby union team
Episode: All Blacks v Sharks: Jacobson Takes Charge, Nonu Awaits & Durban Turns Nasty
Brendan Nel
Rugby journalist and analyst
Brendan Nel (journalist)
Episode: Springboks Stumble Past Argentina: What Does It Mean for the All Blacks?

Host

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

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 183 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 Zealand8 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 Zealand10 months 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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Will The All Blacks South Africa Tour Get Nasty?
Q: How do you see the All Blacks trying to implement their preferred fast style against the Springboks' pace and physicality?
They acknowledge the desire to play fast and the need to defend against aerial attack, with the expectation that execution and discipline will be crucial to maintaining tempo while countering South Africa's threats.
Will The All Blacks South Africa Tour Get Nasty?
Q: What have you made of the tit-for-tat between the coaches and the narrative around penalties and discipline?
The hosts frame it as an ongoing dialogue about discipline, noting both teams have adjusted and cleaned up certain behaviors while still discussing intense competition and strategic messaging.
'OUR JOB IS TO DISRUPT' | Steve Hansen On How To WIN At Ellis Park
Q: What do you see as the key differences in preparation for this test compared to previous tours or tests?
He emphasizes focusing on make-or-break elements like set-piece discipline, depth across the squad, and staying true to the team's DNA while adapting to the specific pressures of a South African environment.
Rennie On All Blacks CLINICAL Performance Against Springboks | FULL PRESSER
Q: Coach, first of all, just your reflection on that, and I guess the composure showing from your team to turn it all around in a pretty incredible third and fourth quarter.
Acknowledged the team's composure, credited the players' effort, noted the defense and late-game sequences as key to overturning the pressure and securing the win.
Tony Johnson Reacts To ALL BLACKS v STORMERS + Previews SHARKS Lineup
Q: How will the Sharks game influence squad selections for the first test?
The upcoming match is seen as a critical opportunity to cement selections, with talk of backline depth, bench composition, and the balance between six forwards and two backs to counter South Africa's strength.

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