DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network

On the DSPN, Martin Devlin and Richard 'Pod' Turner dive into the newly named All Blacks side to take on France, in the third rugby test in Hamilton. It's a heavily changed side for New Zealand, with a distinct Chiefs flavour (no surprises). Pod praises the All Blacks depth being built across the park, especially in the loose forwards and midfield. He reckons it’s a golden chance for players like...

Welcome to episode 111 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Ex All Black Richard 'Pod' Turner is back to dissect the New Zealand team to play France in the third and final rugby test in Hamilton. Pod is a BIG fan of the selections, including Luke Jacobson and Samipeni Finau both starting. Wallabies legend and 1991 Rugby World Cup winner Nick Farr-Jones reflects on his own British & Irish...

Philasande Sixaba - sports broadcaster for SuperSport in South Africa - joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to talk all things Springbok rugby after their two Italian tests, and with the Rugby Championship fast-approaching. The pair talk South African rugby's bold innovations, growing depth, and Boks assistant Tony Brown’s attacking influence. Sixaba praises the “mad genius” Rassie Erasmus for adding...

Welcome to episode 110 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Former Warriors coach and Kiwis representative Tony Kemp is back in studio after three weeks overseas. Tony and Marty talk extensively about the Warriors' 34-14 win over the Wests Tigers, other NRL clubs and the race for the top eight, rumours Kalyn Ponga wants to switch to rugby union, and more. Marty plays a game of NRL Glass...

Welcome to episode 109 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Tony Johnson - longtime rugby commentator for Sky Sport - is back on the show to review the All Blacks' 43-17 win over France in Wellington. The pair are fans of the much improved New Zealand performance, but know there is still room for improvement. TJ and Marty also look at other international fixtures over the weekend, includ...

DSPN producer Lachlan Waugh reviews the All Blacks' 43-17 win over France in the second rugby test in Wellington. New Zealand ran in six tries to two, in a performance highlighted by their forwards and set piece.   Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn TikTok: @martindevlin_dspn YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork Learn more about your ad choic...

Former All Black, broadcasting icon, and a lover of all things RUGBY! Murray Mexted is back on the DSPN chatting with Martin Devlin, ahead of this weekend's second test against France in Wellington. The pair dive straight into it, sharing memories of Athletic Park and talking issues around refereeing and the TMO at international level. Mex also dissects the team named for the second clash - he rec...

Welcome to episode 108 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... All Blacks assistant coach Jason Ryan joins the podcast for the very first time. He works through the rationale behind changes to the 23 for the second France rugby test, the pursuit of even BETTER set piece play, and how they plan to tackle the tricky weather expected in Wellington. Former All Blacks halfback Ant Strachan provi...

Welcome to episode 107 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Dean Lonergan - former Kiwis representative and Canberra Raider - reviews the NRL season so far with Marty Devlin, with a focus on the Warriors' strong 2025 campaign. Marty and young producer Lachlan gather around the debating table for another edition of the Tight 5, where they dissect and debate five separate sporting topics....

Welcome to episode 106 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Tony Johnson sits down for an extended chat, first covering off the All Blacks' 31-27 win over France in Dunedin, to begin their 2025 test season. TJ and Marty unpick all the important parts of the performance from New Zealand, as well as extending plenty of praise to a rotated French side. Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh...

All Blacks icon and longtime rugby broadcaster Murray Mexted joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to share his satisfaction over the New Zealand side named to play France in the first of three tests on Saturday. Mex says the 23 is "very close" to the team he would have picked. He has long banged the drum for more size, and with the selection of Tupou Vaa'i at blindside flanker and inclusion of debutan...

Welcome to episode 105 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Veteran rugby broadcaster Nigel Yalden reviews the first All Blacks matchday side named for 2025 named, with the 23 unveiled today ahead of Saturday's opening test against France. Marty and Nigel work through the main talking points about the squad, including the loose forwards, Beauden Barrett at first-five, Rieko Ioane, and mo...

Welcome to episode 104 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Former Warriors half Michael Witt - who also played for the Eels, Sea Eagles and Dragons in the NRL - joins the podcast for the very first time, casting his eye over the Warriors' 26-12 defeat to the Broncos, Luke Metcalf's injury, and the team's push for a top four spot. Marty is joined by Matt Gunn - a diehard Bulldogs fan, wh...

Welcome to episode 103 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Tony Johnson form Sky Sport is back in studio, talking rrruuugggbbbyyy! The All Blacks team to play France is named on Thursday, so TJ and Marty predict who they think SHOULD be picked by coach Scott Robertson. They also cover off some international rugby matches that took place over the weekend. Marty and young producer Lachlan...

All Blacks icon and former rugby broadcaster Murray Mexted joins DSPN host Martin Devlin, to review the naming of the first ABs squad of 2025. Mex and Marty zero in on coach Scott Robertson naming only five loose forwards, they question the height and aerial strength of the current group, pointing out how vital it is to win possession - especially against towering northern hemisphere packs. Mex ar...

Welcome to episode 102 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Crusaders coach Rob Penney joins Marty Devlin in a very special interview, talking all about his maiden Super Rugby title as coach of the Crusaders. Penney also chats about bouncing back from a tough 2024, and even admits he is still scarred from what went on last year. Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh present the Tight 5!...

Former All Blacks coach Ian Foster joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to chat about his new book Leading Under Pressure - a raw, reflective look back at his turbulent tenure in charge of the New Zealand national side from 2020 to 2023. Foster opens up on the heartbreak of the World Cup final loss, the relentless public pressure, and how his family bore the brunt of the criticism. He talks candidly a...

Welcome to episode 101 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Tony Johnson is back to run his eye over the first All Blacks squad of 2025, alongside host Martin Devlin. Who are the winners and losers? Are there enough loose forwards? Is this side good enough to beat the French? Spoiler alert - likely. Former Broncos, Cowboys and Warriors outside back Brent Tate talks NRL, with a mammoth ga...

In this lively post-final debrief, DSPN host Martin Devlin and Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson dissect the Crusaders’ gritty 16-12 Super Rugby Pacific win over the Chiefs. TJ insists the Chiefs didn’t choke, they just got their oxygen supply cut off! The Crusaders’ defensive DNA, home-ground muscle, and big-game smarts proved the difference. Marty tips his hat to Clayton McMillan’s Chiefs...

Welcome to episode 100 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... It's a BIG recap of the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific final, that saw the Crusaders beat the Chiefs 16-12 in Christchurch. Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson is first up reviewing the contest. Former All Blacks, Chiefs and Waikato lock Steve Gordon offers a perspective from the losing team. Marty and young producer Lachlan Waug...

In a very special interview on the DSPN, host Martin Devlin catches up with former All Blacks and Crusaders captain, and ex Crusaders coach Todd Blackadder, who recently guided his Brave Lupus to back-to-back Japanese League one titles. The pair dive into the form of Richie Mo'unga - who plays for Blackadder - with the coach convinced Mo'unga is still All Blacks material. Blackadder reflects on co...

Welcome to episode 99 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Sir Graham Lowe - winning Queensland Origin coach in 1991 - reviews game two in Perth, which was won by the Maroons over New South Wales 26-24. Former All Black and ex Crusaders coach Todd Blackadder previews this weekend's Super Rugby Pacific final, while also looking back on his title win with Brave Lupus in Japan's Rugby Leagu...

DSPN host Martin Devlin welcomes back New Zealand rugby icon and former broadcaster Murray Mexted, as they attack this weekend's Super Rugby Pacific final between the crusaders and Chiefs in Christchurch. Mex is tipping the Chiefs to win, citing their superior firepower, highlighted by Shaun Stevenson, Emoni Narawa, and Damian McKenzie. While the Crusaders showed classic grit against the Blues, Me...

Welcome to episode 98 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Legendary All Blacks loose forward and former rugby commentator Murray Mexted looks ahead to the Super Rugby Pacific final between the Crusaders and Chiefs in Christchurch. Mex still isn't sold on the Crusaders, and favours the Waikato-based franchise for the victory. Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh discuss five separate s...

In this lively post-Test Championship debrief, DSPN host Martin Devlin welcomes cricket expert Rahul Patil onto the podcast, as they dissect South Africa's five-wicket win in the final at Lord's. Marty and Rahul revel in the Proteas' fairytale triumph, making gleeful digs at the Aussies' win-at-all-costs attitude. Rahul shines a light on South Africa’s emotional journey - from heartbreaks past to...