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 League One competition.
• Greg Martin gloats about the Queensland Origin victory, while also talking the Super Rugby final and the 2025 British and Irish Lions series.

All that and much more!

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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, Mex questions their attacking threats beyond Will Jordan. He believes modern rugby is attack-driven, and the Chiefs are more likely to rack up points. The pair also touch on Scott Barrett likely being named All Blacks captain, praising his leadership and close bond with coach Scott Robertson. A nostalgic moment sees them recall Jonah Lomu’s legendary four-try performance in the 1995 Rugby World Cup semifinals. Mexted finishes by saying the Crusaders are gutsy, but this time the Chiefs have too many weapons.

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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 sporting topics on the Tight 5, including the All Blacks team naming next week, and Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge banning cowbells for the Super final.
• Iain Payten from the Sydney Morning Herald offers an Aussie perspective on the Super Rugby decider, and chats the upcoming British and Irish Lions Tour, which - more or less - begins this weekend.
• Matt Gunn from Twizel is POSITIVE about State of Origin, the Bulldogs and Warriors, and hoar frosts.

All that and much more!

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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 ultimate redemption. The pair unpack Aiden Markram’s monk-like composure, Temba Bavuma’s leadership, and why the win meant so much. They also lament poor batting techniques shaped by Twenty20 cricket and question the scheduling of the WTC Final straight after the IPL. With the Ashes looming and Australia ageing, Marty and Rahul also wonder - has the Aussie aura finally cracked?

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Tony Johnson is back on the DSPN, and he joins host Martin Devlin to review the Super Rugby Pacific semifinals. They dissect the Crusaders’ heroic defensive stand against the Blues - 203 tackles, 38 phases defended - and the red and blacks' legendary 31–0 home playoff record. Meanwhile, the Chiefs steamrolled the Brumbies, with Damian McKenzie starring and the bench making a huge impact. TJ and Marty discuss McKenzie's brilliance, and the Chiefs’ hunger to farewell coach Clayton McMillan in style. TJ highlights the crucial role of discipline, especially given the yellow card carnage from the 2023 final that hurt the Chiefs. They wrap by predicting a nail-biter final in Christchurch.

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Welcome to episode 97 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...

• Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson is back in the DSPN studio, reviewing the Super Rugby Pacific semifinals, that saw the Crusaders and Chiefs both win, and set-up a repeat of the 2023 decider.
• Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh take on the Tight 5 once again, where they dissect and debate five separate sporting topics. They talk about the likes of Kiwi cricketer Finn Allen's monstrous knock, Shane van Gisbergen winning in NASCAR, and Auckland City's 10-0 loss to Bayern Munich in the FIFA Club World Cup.
• Tony is back to list the 10 most memorable Super Rugby finals alongside Marty. They talk about the 2007 all-South African nail-biter, the famous fog final, Craig Joubert's contentious call in 2014, and more.

All that and much more!

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On the DSPN, host Martin Devlin and young producer Lachlan Waugh are back playing their favourite game - What Has More Chance Of Happening? - and no one is safe. From Super Rugby Pacific semifinal predictions, to NRL mayhem and even a bit of golf snobbery, it’s a full-throttle sports chat. Lachie reckons the Blues have the goods to upset the Crusaders. And the Brumbies? Marty doesn't give them much of a chance at all. Over in the NRL, the Titans are a mess (on and off the field), and the Knights are… well, confusing. Golf-wise, Scheffler’s the king, Rory’s in post-Masters therapy, and Ryan Fox might just sneak into the US Open top 10. Formula One gets a drive-by too, with Lachie admitting full-blown Liam Lawson fatigue thanks to the New Zealand media.

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On the DSPN, Martin Devlin is joined by RNZ rugby reporter Jamie Wall, to dive headfirst into the ultimate bar-room rugby debate - the greatest Super Rugby teams of all time. Martin rattles off his top five, including the 1998–2000 Crusaders, the Bulls dynasty (2007–2010), and that ruthless 2012–13 Chiefs outfit. Jamie, while bravely setting aside his anti-Crusaders bias, throws in wildcards like the 2014 Waratahs and the near-miss Lions of 2016-2018. He passionately defends the early-2000s Hurricanes, citing a backline stacked with legends like Christian Cullen, Jonah Lomu, and Tana Umaga. They both agree on the greatness of the perfect 13-0 2002 Crusaders and the emotionally-charged 2011 side post-earthquake. The chat wraps with a preview of this weekend's semifinals between the Crusaders and Blues, and Chiefs and Brumbies.

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