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DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network

DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network

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 Martin Devlin is a seasoned sports broadcaster in New Zealand, famous for his high-energy, no-nonsense style on both radio and TV. He’s covered everything from the FIFA World Cup to the Rugby World Cup and is known for his passion for the game. Now, he’s about to take things up a notch by launching the DSPN—The Devlin Sports Podcast Network. DSPN promises to be a wild ride through the sports world, packed with Devlin’s signature energy, bold takes, and insider insights. Get ready for sports talk that’s fast-paced and unapologetically Devlin! Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Scott Robertson Sacked as All Blacks Coach: Full Reaction

    Scott Robertson Sacked as All Blacks Coach: Full Reaction
    Jan 15 2026
    This is one of the biggest days in New Zealand rugby history. Scott Robertson is no longer the All Blacks head coach, and for the first time ever, NZ Rugby has made the call to remove a coach mid-cycle. We go live as the news breaks, unpacking the statements from David Kirk and Scott Robertson, the review process, and why this decision was made now. There’s empathy first, because Razor is a good man who’s just lost his dream job in the harshest way possible. But there’s also honesty about performance, player power, and why this situation became untenable. Martin Devlin, producer Lachlan Waugh, and broadcaster Mark Watson dig into what went wrong, what it says about NZ Rugby’s new leadership, and where the All Blacks go next. From Jamie Joseph and Tony Brown to Wayne Smith, Joe Schmidt, and beyond, this is the full, unfiltered DSPN reaction to a seismic moment in the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • All Blacks Coaching Crisis: Razor to Lose his Job?

    All Blacks Coaching Crisis: Razor to Lose his Job?
    Jan 14 2026
    This might be one of the biggest rugby stories New Zealand sees this year, and it’s only January. We break down everything we know so far about the All Blacks review into the 2025 campaign, the future of the coaching group, and why this process feels unlike anything we’ve seen before. With reports of deep player dissatisfaction, cultural issues, and serious questions around leadership, this is no longer just about wins and losses. Martin Devlin is joined by Jamie Wall to unpack Liam Napier’s reporting, the role of new chair David Kirk, and the growing conversation around player power, transparency, and trust inside New Zealand Rugby. With the review expected imminently, we talk through what could happen next, what must happen next, and why this moment feels critical for the future of the All Blacks. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Super Rugby 2026 Preview: Hurricanes the Favs? Chiefs' Title Window Shut?

    Super Rugby 2026 Preview: Hurricanes the Favs? Chiefs' Title Window Shut?
    Jan 14 2026
    Super Rugby is nearly back, and the pressure is already building. With preseason just around the corner, we sit down with Nigel Yalden to take a proper look at where the New Zealand sides are really at heading into 2026. From the Highlanders’ continuity and depth, to the Crusaders being ruthless when it matters most, Nigel breaks down why some teams are judged differently, and why expectations don’t disappear just because names do. We get into the Hurricanes’ growing connection, the Chiefs’ unfinished business, and the Blues’ championship-or-bust mindset. There’s also a wider conversation about player management, All Blacks workloads, squad depth, and why Super Rugby has no easy games anymore. Add in a detour through NFL misery and coaching pressure, and it’s a classic DSPN deep dive to kick the year off. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
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