DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network

Former Warriors coach and Kiwis representative Tony Kemp joins Lachlan Waugh on the DSPN, to preview an action-packed NRL finals weekend. Kemp breaks down all four matchups, and backs the Storm's experience to get past the Bulldogs despite injuries, and favours Penrith’s class over the Warriors, though he admits his heart is with the Kiwi side. He tips the Sharks vs Roosters clash to be a thriller...

Lachlan Waugh and John Day are in the DSPN studio for a free-flowing chat about all things rugby ahead of the second New Zealand-South Africa test in Wellington. The pair focus on where Ardie Savea sits among the all-time great All Blacks, diving deep into Ardie's incredible form, and compare him to legends like Richie McCaw and Jerome Kaino. With plenty of laughs, it’s part serious analysis, part...

On the DSPN, Lachlan Waugh is joined by Philasande Sixaba - sports broadcaster for SuperSport in South Africa - to dive headfirst into the All Blacks and Springboks two tests in New Zealand, focussing on the Eden Park result and Rassie Erasmus' Boks team for test number two in Wellington. With playful jabs about World Cup wins and mysterious Monday team announcements, the duo debate bold coaching...

Tony Kemp - former Warriors coach, and ex Newcastle Knights, Leeds and Castleford player - joins Lachlan Waugh on the DSPN, following the final round of the 2025 NRL regular season. The pair unpack the Warriors' 27-26 loss to the Manly Sea Eagles, and their poor run of form heading into the finals. It's a tall task for the Wahs in week one, with the four-time defending premiers Penrith coming to t...

Rugby legend Murray Mexted joins Martin Devlin to unpack the All Blacks’ nail-biting 24-17 win over the Springboks at Eden Park. Mex is thrilled with the victory but doesn't shy away from a few home truths, like shaky aerial contests and intense forward battles. He applauds Ardie Savea’s match-saving turnover and Damian McKenzie’s courage under the high ball, while hinting at some selection tweaks...

Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to talk all about the All Blacks' 24-17 victory over the Springboks at Eden Park. From tactical tweaks to a few standout performances (one halfback in particular), TJ dishes up insight with his trademark calm authority. He reckons this win means more than just a tick in the W column - but not everything is perfect just yet....

Join DSPN host Martin Devlin and special guest Harry Jones - co-host of the 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast and Lekker Rugby Podcast - as they dive deep into last night's All Blacks-Springboks test at Eden Park, which was won by New Zealand 24-17. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for the DSPN website Instagram: @martindevlin_d...

Martin Devlin and young producer Lachlan Waugh present a special edition of the Tight 5, solely dedicated to the All Blacks team named to play the Springboks at Eden Park this weekend. The boys debate key selection calls, including Tupou Vaa’i shifting back to lock, Simon Parker moving to blindside, and Wallace Sititi starting at eight. Marty and Lachie also discuss Finlay Christie’s role at halfb...

Greg Martin, former Wallabies fullback and current Triple M breakfast radio host in Brisbane, joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN to preview a massive weekend of sport. The two banter about Marto's split loyalties between the Broncos and Dolphins, with a hilarious detour about superstar Reece Walsh. They break down NRL finals scenarios, including the Dolphins’ slim chances and the Souths-Roosters riva...

It's time for Marty's Mailbag! Every week on the DSPN, host Martin Devlin and young producer Lachlan Waugh work through comments from viewers and listeners on the YouTube, Spotify and social channels, and discuss/answer/applaud/criticise them as best they can. This week, the boys tackle angry South African rugby fans, questionable NRL jerseys, and Lachlan's new nickname that may make the audience....

In a special in-studio chat, Martin Devlin is joined by former Springbok Bob Skinstad on the DSPN, ahead of the All Blacks vs Springboks clash at Eden Park. Bob dissects the form of both teams heading in, the innovation of South African coach Rassie Erasmus, the pivotal role of players like Handre Pollard, and the fierce loose forward battle featuring Ardie Savea and Pieter-Steph du Toit. Despite...

On the DSPN today, it's team naming Thursday! Martin Devlin is once again at the All Blacks press conference ahead of this weekend's clash with the Springboks at Eden Park. First off, Martin asks Ardie Savea a couple of questions - the loose forward is playing his 100th test on Saturday. Then, Marty catches up with SuperSport commentator Matthew Pearce. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

On the DSPN today, Martin Devlin presents coverage of the All Blacks press conference with Wallace Sititi and Scott Hansen, ahead of this weekend's titanic test between the ABs and Springboks at Eden Park. Marty asks both Sititi and Hansen a few questions, and catches up with Cobus Claassen from Media24 in South Africa, to get a Springbok perspective on Saturday's big match. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In a very special interview, Springboks legend Jean de Villiers joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to build-up to this weekend's mammoth rugby test between the All Blacks and Springboks at Eden Park. De Villiers shares memories of South Africa’s previous matches against New Zealand - including the 2013 battle in Auckland - and touches on the intensity of the rivalry, the importance of aerial tactics...

Former Warriors coach Tony Kemp joins Martin Devlin to break down the Warriors’ recent defeat to the Parramatta Eels, and what it means for their push towards the NRL finals. Kempy highlights how Mitchell Moses’ kicking game proved decisive for the Eels, while stressing the Warriors must dominate through the middle if they want to compete with powerhouses like Penrith and Canberra come finals time...

Former All Blacks captain and rugby legend Sean Fitzpatrick joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to reflect on one of the greatest All Blacks achievements - the historic test series win in South Africa in 1996. Fitzpatrick recalls the bonds formed on that tour, the emotional final whistle in Pretoria, and the pride in achieving something generations of All Blacks had chased since 1921. He shares memor...

On the DSPN today, host Martin Devlin delivers a sermon predicting All Blacks selections for the first test against the Springboks at Eden Park. While it feels logical to make changes to the matchday 23 after that loss to Argentina nearly two weeks ago, Marty doesn't think coach Scott Robertson will swing the axe. Then, Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh play a game of Glass Half Full, where t...

The DSPN goes mobile, and takes on the All Blacks press conference in the flesh! Host Martin Devlin joins the media rat pack to ask coach Scott Robertson a few questions. But first, Marty delivers a sermon on the impending ABs-Springboks test at Eden Park, and how important an occasion it is for Razor and his colleagues. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN to relive the greatest rivalry in world rugby - All Blacks vs Springboks. From memories of transistor radios and his father’s tales of Lancaster Park in 1956, to the drama of Loftus in 1996, the heartbreak of World Cup finals in 1995 and 2023, and epic contests in Soweto, Cape Town, and at Ellis Park - TJ captures the intensi...

Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN - as he does every week - to break down the All Blacks’ looming clash with the Springboks at Eden Park, a test both describe as the biggest since the 2023 Rugby World Cup final. TJ highlights the intensity of the rivalry, the Eden Park factor, and how much pressure rests on ABs coach Scott Robertson’s coaching group. With inj...

Former Wallabies fullback and current Triple M radio host Greg Martin joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, with his trademark mix of banter and blunt rugby insight. While recounting his outrageous radio antics - like pub-crawling in priest outfits - Martin pivots to the Rugby Championship, arguing Australia and Argentina are on the rise, while the All Blacks and Springboks look vulnerable. Marto empha...

South African rugby journalist Brenden Nel is back on the DSPN with Martin Devlin! Together they preview the upcoming tests between rugby heavyweights the All Blacks and Springboks. Nel questions whether New Zealand coach Scott Robertson has truly stamped his mark as All Blacks coach, while pointing to Rassie Erasmus’ tactical unpredictability. From defensive frailties and missed tackles to the ae...

On the DSPN, Martin Devlin again attacks the subject of All Blacks fandom, and Kiwis' relationship with their national rugby team. Do fans still hurt when the ABs lose? Does the team still have that aura? Then, Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh present What Has More Chance Of Happening, where they work through a number of sporting fixtures this weekend and offer predictions. Today they talk N...

Kiwi rugby journalist and author Jamie Wall joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to unpack the All Blacks’ struggles ahead of the Springboks tests in New Zealand. They compare coach Scott Robertson’s early record with that of his predecessor Ian Foster, debate whether the Eden Park streak can hold, and question the muddled backline and wing selections. Jamie highlights the absence of reliable wingers...

Passion, frustration, and a dash of humour light up the Rugby Roundtable, as DSPN host Martin Devlin, MediaWorks sports journalist John Day, and seasoned Kiwi sports broadcaster Mark Watson debate the All Blacks’ latest struggles - namely that 29-23 loss to the Pumas. Watto refuses to accept losses to Argentina, demanding the All Blacks stay above 80 per cent wins, while Martin and JD suggest the...