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DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network
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DSPN is a New Zealand rugby podcast and channel hosted by Martin Devlin, 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.
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WILL RENNIE START RUBEN LOVE AGAINST FRANCE!? | Roundtable
4d ago00:40:06Tap to summarizeThe highly anticipated international test season is officially here, and our expert roundtable is completely divided. Mark Watson and John Day join Marty for a fiery debate ahead of the All Blacks' blockbuster opening test against France in Christchurch. We lock horns over the No.10 starting jersey, break down the massive selection fallout over Ethan de Groot’s match fitness, and preview a sensational weekend of international Nations Championship footy.IMAGE CREDIT:All Black Ruben Love kicks the ball during the Wales v All Blacks match, Principality Stadium, Cardiff, Wales, Saturday, 22 November 2025. (Photo by Anthony Upton / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →DAMIAN MCKENZIE + NIEL BARNES On Upcoming ALL BLACKS v FRANCE Test Match
4d ago00:22:43Tap to summarizeWe are live from the boundary lines at Christ's College in Christchurch for day two of test week. Newly appointed All Blacks assistant coach Neil Barnes joins us to outline Dave Rennie's "brilliant at basics" forward pack blueprints and fires back at the media narrative surrounding France's touring squad. Plus, first-five Damian McKenzie joins us at his old stomping ground to detail his mental reset and address the backfield selection wars. IMAGE CREDIT: Chiefs Xavier Roe, left, Damian McKenzie, centre, and Kyren Taumoefolau after losing during the Hurricanes v Chiefs, Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final match, Hnry Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand. Saturday, 20 June 2026, (Photo by Stringer / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Tony Johnson on Dave Rennie's First ALL BLACK Test + ANZAC Test News
5d ago00:31:54Tap to summarizeSky Sport commentator Tony Johnson joins Marty to break down Dave Rennie’s first selection framework. We unpack the groundbreaking Anzac Test proposal for the Bledisloe Cup at Suncorp Stadium, navigate the backfield shuffle caused by Will Jordan's injury cloud, and outline why Rennie should instantly give Ruben Love the NO.10 keys in Christchurch. IMAGE CREDIT: All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie, All Blacks training session, Auckland, New Zealand, Saturday, 27 June 2026. (Photo by John Cowpland / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Jason Ryan Breaks Silence On Being The Only Coach Left From The Old Regime!
5d ago00:31:46Tap to summarizeWe are live on the ground in Christchurch at the All Blacks' team hotel. Assistant coach Jason Ryan opens up about surviving the coaching turnover, dealing with Neil Barnes' new lineout structures, and prepping the forward pack for a massive, innovative French unit. Plus, Jordie Barrett joins us to discuss his senior role, adapting to his fourth international head coach, and building chemistry with Ruben Love. IMAGE CREDIT: All Blacks assistant coach Jason Ryan, All Blacks training session, Auckland, New Zealand, Saturday, 27 June 2026. (Photo by John Cowpland / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →PICKING THE 23-MAN ALL BLACK SQUAD TO FACE FRANCE
1w ago00:15:46Tap to summarizeDave 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 committee to predict the 23-man lineup for Dave Rennie’s first official test match in charge against France. IMAGE CREDIT: New Zealand Jordie Barrett during the All Blacks v South Africa, Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship Test, New Zealand, Saturday, 06 September 2025. (Photo by Aaron Gillions / action press) All Black Anton Lienert-Brown reacts during All Blacks v Italy Northern Tour match, Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy, Saturday, 23 November 2024. (Photo by Joe Toth / action press) New Zealand Cam Roigard during the All Blacks v Ireland, Gallagher Cup test match, Soldier Field, Chicago, United States of America, Saturday, 01 November 2025. (Photo by Eric Francis / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →MAIN TAKEAWAYS FROM DAVE RENNIE'S SQUAD! | MURRAY MEXTED'S INSIDE WORD
1w ago00:36:23Tap to summarizeAll Black legend Murray Mexted joins Marty in the studio for a deep, no-nonsense breakdown of the Hurricanes' spectacular championship victory and Dave Rennie's inaugural 34-man national squad. Mex details why Rennie’s clinical messaging cuts straight through media noise, explains the instinctive advantage of starting the firing Hurricanes backline, and delivers a stark warning about our ball-winning height deficit before facing France and South Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →WHAT DO FANS THINK OF DAVE RENNIE'S ALL BLACKS SQUAD!?
1w ago00:33:25Tap to summarizeThe response to Monday's All Blacks squad naming has been absolutely massive. Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall fire up an emergency midweek mailbag to filter through the raw emotion of over 1,500 fan comments. We tackle the furious debate surrounding Anton Lienert-Brown's selection, the exclusion of Timoci Tavatavanawai, and whether Beauden Barrett's current form justifies his spot in this new era.IMAGE CREDIT:Blues Beauden Barrett during the Hurricanes v Blues, Super Rugby Pacific match, Hnry Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand. Saturday, 11 April 2026, (Photo by Stringer / action press)Head coach Dave Rennie during the All Blacks 2026 Squad Announcement, Feilding Yellows Rugby Club, Feilding, New Zealand, Monday, 22 June 2026. (Photo by John Cowpland / action press)New Zealand Ardie Savea during the All Blacks v South Africa, Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship Test, Wellington, New Zealand, Saturday, 13 September 2025. (Photo by Aaron Gillions / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →WHAT GRAHAM HENRY BRINGS (BACK) TO THE ALL BLACKS | JOHN AFOA
1w ago00:52:48Tap to summarizeAll 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 real purpose of these July tests, why Cortez Ratima and Kyle Preston offer distinct tactical profiles, and the "illusion of height" in international lineouts. Plus, we react to the breaking news that Moana Pasifika is officially out of Super Rugby Pacific. IMAGE CREDIT: Graham Henry and Conrad Smith look on. New Zealand All Blacks v England. Rugby World Cup semi final. International Stadium, Yokohama, Tokyo, Japan. Saturday 26 October 2019. © Photo: Andrew Cornaga / www.Photosport.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →FEHI FINEANGANOFO ON BECOMING AN ALL BLACK & NEWCASTLE CONTRACT SITUATION
2w ago00:20:58Tap to summarizeThe 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 Fineanganofo, Josh Moorby, Xavier Numia, and Anton Segner to trace their incredible journeys to the black jersey. Importantly, we dive into Fineanganofo's cloud-covered Newcastle contract situation. IMAGE CREDIT: Hurricanes Fehi Fineanganofo celebrates a try during the Hurricanes v Chiefs, Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final match, Hnry Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand. Saturday, 20 June 2026, (Photo by Marty Melville / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →DID DAVE RENNIE PICK THE RIGHT ALL BLACKS SQUAD!? | Roundtable
2w ago00:36:41Tap to summarizeThe 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 the massive snubs from yesterday's announcement. We debate why Du'Plessis Kirifi and Samipeni Finau missed out after their massive final performances. Plus we check the status of the controversial Richie Mo'unga training rumors.IMAGE CREDIT:New Zealand Ardie Savea during the All Blacks v South Africa, Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship Test, Wellington, New Zealand, Saturday, 13 September 2025. (Photo by Martin Hunter / action press)Hurricanes Ruben Love during the Hurricanes v Blues, Super Rugby Pacific match, Hnry Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand. Saturday, 11 April 2026, (Photo by Marty Melville / action press)Blues Anton Segner during the Blues v Reds, Super Rugby Pacific match, One NZ Stadium, Christchurch, New Zealand. Saturday, 25 April 2026. (Photo by Martin Hunter / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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