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Breaking news from Johannesburg as Caleb Clarke is ruled out of the tour with the shoulder injury he suffered against the Sharks. Jamie Wall examines what Clarke’s departure means for the All Blacks and who could replace him, with Josh Moorby, Fehi Fineanganofo, Leroy Carter, Emoni Narawa and even Rieko Ioane among the options. There’s also uncertainty surrounding Will Jordan as the Bulls prepare to provide the toughest test of the tour so far. Plus, Jamie brings us the latest from the Captain’s Run and catches up with Codie Taylor. DSPN’s All Blacks coverage is brought to you by HBO Max. All Killer. No Filler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jamie Wall joins Martin Devlin to answer your mailbag questions. We look at Richie Mo'unga joining the squad after Billy Proctor's injury and where he fits in Dave Rennie's first-five plans. Plus, we break down the experienced midfield combination of Anton Lienert-Brown and Rieko Ioane before the team faces the Bulls in Pretoria IMAGE CREDIT: All Blacks Richie Mo'unga during the 2023 Rugby World Cup Group A stage match between New Zealand and Italy at the Groupama Stadium, Lyon, France, Friday, September 29, 2023 (Photo by Lynne Cameron / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All Black legend Josh Kronfeld steps into the DSPN studio to break down the reality of touring South Africa. Josh reflects on his tours, explains why Dave Rennie's two-year World Cup build requires genuine patience, and details the physical shock of playing at altitude on the Highveld. Plus, he shares raw memories of playing alongside Jonah Lomu. IMAGE CREDIT: Josh Kronfeld in action. All Blacks v South Africa, Tri Nations Final in Cape Town, South Africa on 10 August 1996. Copyright photo: Andrew Cornaga / www.photosport.co.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All Black legend Murray Mexted joins Martin to break down the reality of touring South Africa. Murray gives his honest assessment on player depth, comparing our 40 test-ready players to South Africa's 150. Plus, we look at the brutal reality of playing at altitude on the Highveld and why Tupou Vaa'i at six is crucial for set-piece ball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jamie Wall joins Martin live from Johannesburg as the All Blacks prepare to take on the Bulls in Pretoria. We break down the casualty ward with updates on Cam Roigard, Damian McKenzie, and Will Jordan. Plus, we look ahead to Ardie Savea's arrival and the massive impact he brings for the first test against the Springboks at Ellis Park. IMAGE CREDIT: Cam Roigard during the All Blacks captains run, Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand, 17 July 2026. (Photo by John Cowpland / action press)\\ Will Jordan during the All Blacks training, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry Tour, Durban, South Africa, 09 August 2026. (Photo by Gerhard Duraan / action press) Damian McKenzie during the All Blacks training, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry Tour, Durban, South Africa, 09 August 2026. (Photo by Gerhard Duraan / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rugby Roundtable is back to break down the All Blacks' 54-0 shutout against the Sharks in Durban. Mark Watson and John Day join Martin Devlin to look past the scoreline, inspecting the scrum's progress, early-game discipline issues, and which fringe stars are pushing for starting test jerseys against the Springboks. IMAGE CREDIT: All Blacks Fehi Fineanganofo during the All Blacks v Sharks, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry Tour, Hollywoodbets Kings Park, Durban, South Africa, 11 August 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jamie Wall and Brendan Nel wrap up the All Blacks' 54-0 victory over the Sharks in Durban. We look at whether a blowout win truly prepares the squad for the Springboks, hear from proud debutants Bradley Slater and Semisi Ta'eiloa, and break down Ma'a Nonu's solo Haka. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Head coach Dave Rennie and mid-week captain Luke Jacobson react to keeping the Sharks scoreless in Durban. They break down a messy first half, the clinical second half response, and how the squad handled the soaking wet conditions. Plus, Rennie gives updates on Damian McKenzie's ankle and Ma'a Nonu's pre-match Haka. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All Black winger Fehi Fineanganofo joins us on tour to share his incredible journey. From choosing rugby over league at Auckland Grammar to overcoming a three-year injury nightmare, Fehi opens up about almost giving up on the game. Now, after topping the Super Rugby try-scoring charts with the Hurricanes, he is locked in to start against the Sharks in Durban. IMAGE CREDIT: Fehi Fineanganofo during a training session, Christchurch, New Zealand, 02 July 2026. (Photo by John Cowpland / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jamie Wall is on the ground in Durban as the All Blacks prepare to face the Sharks at Kings Park in conditions that look more Wellington than KwaZulu-Natal. South African rugby journalist Brenden Nel joins Jamie to break down what the wind and rain could mean for the game, the exciting young Sharks who could cause problems, and why discipline remains a major work-on for the All Blacks. Plus, Luke Jacobson reacts to the surprise of being named All Blacks captain, the team prepares for another South African aerial assault, and there’s the small matter of All Blacks legend Ma’a Nonu lining up on the other side. Jamie and Brenden also get into the unique rugby culture of Durban and Kings Park, from braais in the car park to bars, swimming pools... and monkeys stealing lunch. DSPN is on the ground in South Africa for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry. DSPN’s All Blacks coverage is brought to you by HBO Max. All Killer. No Filler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices