DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network

DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network

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!

Episodes

Greg Martin: Why Australia Needs Scott Robertson More Than New Zealand

February 19, 2026 • 15 mins
Greg Martin is back for 2026 and he’s already calling for sackings. After the Brisbane Broncos "sightseeing" trip to Hull ended in a World Club Challenge disaster, "Marto" doesn’t hold back. We talk the "five-eighth crisis" in Australian rugby, why Razor Robertson's surfing attitude actually suits the Wallabies better than the All Blacks, and the impending invasion of 10,000 drunk Queenslanders for Origin in Auckland. Learn mor...
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Super Rugby and Six Nations Tipping: Can Moana Pasifika Stun the Hurricanes?

February 19, 2026 • 35 mins
We’ve got a massive collab in the studio this week as Martin is joined by Mark from 2 Cents Rugby and Tony from Distracted Sports. The boys look at the Super Rugby slate, from Moana Pasifika's big test against the Canes to the "ugly" Blues performance. Plus, we dive into the Six Nations drama, Scotland’s rise, and why Wales looks so lost. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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More All Black Coach Debate, And Do Rugby Refs Know The Rules Well Enough? | Mailbag

February 19, 2026 • 31 mins
Mailbag time! We’re diving into your comments on everything from Nigel’s 1996 Super Rugby ticket to the ongoing TMO "shambles." Martin and Lachlan debate why Scotland needs to pretend every team is England, whether foreign refs should be in Super Rugby, and why Marty’s "appalling" South African accent isn’t going anywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Tupou Vaa'i's Try And Red Card Debate: Jeff The Ref Analyses Debatable Rugby Calls

February 17, 2026 • 26 mins
Welcome to the debut of "Jeff the Ref." Seasoned referee Jeff McGregor joins Martin Devlin to break down the most contentious calls of the weekend. We tackle why the Tupou Vaa'i try was later "reversed" by NZR, the high tackle controversy, and why a dangerous high knee went unpunished. If you’ve ever screamed at the TMO, this is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Watto's Redemption! Stunning Wins For Highlanders And Scotland | Rugby Roundtable

February 17, 2026 • 34 mins
Mark Watson takes a victory lap after his "delusional" Scotland pick came true, while the Highlanders leave John Day eating humble pie. We’re tearing into the All Blacks coaching saga—is the Japan scouting trip just theater? Plus, we debate if Dalton Papali'i is a massive loss to New Zealand rugby and why State of Origin coming to Eden Park has Watto acting like the Grinch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
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Sean Fitzpatrick: All Blacks Coaching Dramas And 'Exciting' Springboks Tour

February 16, 2026 • 45 mins
A true icon joins the studio. Sean Fitzpatrick, one of the greatest All Black captains of all time, sits down with Martin Devlin to talk about the current state of New Zealand rugby. From his thoughts on Super Rugby Round 1 to the looming coaching decision between Jamie Joseph and Dave Rennie, Fitzy provides unparalleled insider insight. We dive into the "1996 blueprint" for winning in South Africa and why the All Blacks must recon...
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Why Are NZ Rugby Taking So Long To Name The New All Blacks Coach? | Marty's Sermon

February 16, 2026 • 29 mins
Is it taking too long? We’re standing at the window, staring down the drive, waiting for the next All Blacks coach to arrive. Martin Devlin breaks down the latest intel on Jamie Joseph and Dave Rennie, why New Zealand Rugby’s rigid process feels like an eternity for fans, and why we can't afford a part-time boss turning up in late winter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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France and Scotland Impress: Six Nations Rugby With Tony Johnson

February 15, 2026 • 28 mins
Huge news out of Eden Park today—State of Origin is officially coming to Auckland in 2027! Martin Devlin and Tony Johnson break down what this means for the stadium and the "relaxation" of laws that could finally turn Eden Park into a world-class venue. We also dive into the latest intel on the All Blacks coaching search and review a wild weekend of Six Nations action where Scotland turned England’s "infallible" reputation upside d...
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Highlanders Impress, Magical Moana: Tony Johnson Reviews Super Rugby Round One

February 15, 2026 • 27 mins
Super Rugby is back with a bang! Martin Devlin and Tony Johnson break down a wild opening round that saw the "worst" team beat the best. We dive into Cam Millar’s clutch penalty for the Highlanders, Moana Pasifika’s historic win in the graveyard of Lautoka, and why the Chiefs' win over the Blues proves they are the team to beat. Plus, we look at the breakout stars making an early claim for the All Black jersey. Learn more abou...
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State Of Origin Coming To New Zealand | Sir Graham Lowe Reacts

February 15, 2026 • 14 mins
It’s official. State of Origin is coming to New Zealand. We catch up with Sir Graham Lowe, the only Kiwi to coach Queensland, after the massive announcement that Game Two will be played at Eden Park. Lowe calls it the biggest moment for rugby league here since the Warriors were born, and he’s not exaggerating. We talk expansion, tribalism, what makes Origin different to anything else in sport, and why Auckland could end up feelin...
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Judging All Blacks' Player Pool, Super Rugby, And Dating Apps | Marty's Mailbag

February 12, 2026 • 34 mins
Mailbag time! We’re diving into the best (and worst) of your comments from the last few weeks. Martin and Lachlan tackle everything from the "Messiah" Scott Robertson to Simon Parker. Martin also weighs in on why the "Super Rugby is dead" crowd needs to find their remote controls, the state of the All Black player pool, and why we boomers actually get it right occasionally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
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Super Rugby Round 1 Picks And Six Nations Preview With Jamie Wall

February 11, 2026 • 28 mins
The wait is over—Super Rugby kicks off tomorrow night! Martin Devlin is joined by RNZ’s Jamie Wall for our first weekly Thursday preview. We tackle the "triple whammy" facing the Highlanders, why the Waratahs vs Reds is the rivalry to watch, and why the "early season" moaners need to pipe down. Plus, we look at the Six Nations odds where France and England look untouchable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
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Deliberate Knock Ons And The Breakdown: Super Rugby Ref On The Toughest Calls

February 11, 2026 • 35 mins
Super Rugby is back, and so are the refs. Martin Devlin sits down with old mate and professional referee Angus Mabey to pull back the curtain on life with the whistle. From training inside the Blues camp to dealing with "unhinged" social media abuse and the nuances of the deliberate knock-on rule, Angus explains why referees are the most misunderstood people in the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
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Fabian Holland OUT for Super Rugby 2026, As Rugby Roundtable Makes Its Predictions

February 10, 2026 • 33 mins
Super Rugby is back and we’re ready for the chaos. Martin, John Day, and Watto tackle the massive blow for the Highlanders with Fabian Holland out, why we’re still pining for the South African teams, and why every round is basically an All Black trial for the tour to South Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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'We Don't Need Them': Super Rugby Boss on South African Sides And Possible Expansion

February 9, 2026 • 34 mins
Super Rugby Pacific is back, and CEO Jack Mesley joins Martin Devlin to lay out the blueprint for the competition’s future. We tackle the hard questions: why South African teams are a thing of the past, the push for more afternoon and Sunday rugby, and the "World Club Cup" slated for 2028. Jack explains why re-engaging the "lapsed fan" is priority number one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Springboks Peaking Too Soon? Eddie Jones On South Africa And All Blacks Coaching Dramas

February 9, 2026 • 40 mins
We’re joined by the one and only Eddie Jones for a deep dive into the state of the game. Eddie doesn’t hold back on the All Blacks' coaching merry-go-round, why sacking a seven-time Super Rugby winner like Razor makes no sense, and how the "commercialization" of the jersey is affecting performance. We also look at the rise of the Warriors and why rugby league is winning the "working class" battle. Learn more about your ad choic...
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Tony Johnson: Six Nations Review and Explaining New Super Rugby Rules

February 8, 2026 • 48 mins
We are back for the business end of the summer as Super Rugby Pacific finally kicks off. Martin and Tony Johnson break down a massive opening round, including why this is the perfect time for the Highlanders to strike a resting Crusaders side. Plus, we look at the Six Nations fallout: are England truly the second-best team in the world, and what on earth is going on with Welsh rugby? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
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Chris Jones: Why the Gap Between France and Ireland is Growing

February 8, 2026 • 32 mins
The first round of the Six Nations is in the books and it was a weekend of statements, heartbreaks, and one massive shock. Chris Jones joins us from England to break down how France bludgeoned Ireland, why England looks more professional than ever, and the absolute "car crash" currently happening in Welsh rugby. Plus, we look at Italy’s historic win and what it means for Gregor Townsend’s future. Learn more about your ad choices....
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DSPN On Tour! Fabian Holland, Codie Taylor And More At Super Rugby 2026 Launch

February 4, 2026 • 34 mins
Super Rugby is officially back, and we’re straight into it at the launch with players, journos, coffee, and plenty of opinions flying around. We chat to a stack of familiar faces about what’s changed, what’s working, and why less TMO might be one of the best things to happen to the competition. There’s talk around rule interpretations, fatigue, ball-in-play time, and why the fan-first mindset has brought Super Rugby back to where ...
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Jeff Wilson: Weight Of The All Blacks Jersey And Why Super Rugby Still Matters

February 3, 2026 • 15 mins
We got along to the Super Rugby 2026 launch and ended up with a proper sit-down yarn with Jeff Wilson. And as you’d expect, it didn’t take long before the conversation went well beyond just fixtures and formats. Jeff talks honestly about where Super Rugby sits in the wider rugby ecosystem, why entertainment still matters, and how the competition can reconnect fans with the game. There’s plenty on how the modern game is being playe...
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