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Buckle up, sports fan - DSPN host Martin Devlin and young producer Lachlan Waugh are back, laying a game off What Has More Chance Of Happening. Marty and Lachie debate which Super Rugby Pacific underdog might pull off a miracle (spoiler: probably not the Waratahs), they dish out NRL odds like seasoned bookies, and argue over who's got the better chance - Liam Lawson cracking the F1 top 10 or Max Verstappen doing Max Verstappen things. There's even some A-League chat and a love letter to greasy chips at Brookvale Oval. It’s full-throttle sport talk, served with a cheeky grin.
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On the DSPN, Martin Devlin yarns with Clinton Toopi, the former Warriors and Kiwis centre, who dives into everything from State of Origin game one to Warriors' hopes for the 2025 NRL season. Toopi dishes on Queensland’s “clunky” misfires, NSW’s swagger, and why Origin ain't for the faint-hearted - or slow-reacting edge defenders. He also raves about Mitch Barnett’s madman ability to play back-to-back games like it’s a light jog. Off the field, Toopi’s been mentoring young rugby league guns on the Gold Coast, and promoting mental wellness - basically the NRL’s wise uncle. Finally, he tips his hat to the Warriors’ gritty rise, calling for consistency and dirty wins - because pretty footy doesn’t always get you the two points, but effort does!
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Welcome to episode 93 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...
Former Warriors and Kiwis centre Clinton Toopi joins Marty on the podcast to review State of Origin game one in Brisbane, which New South Wales won comfortably 18-6. Clinton also casts his eye over the Warriors' 2025 NRL season, and talks about what he's up to now on the Gold Coast. Greg 'Marto' Martin from Triple M in Brisbane (also a former Wallabies fullback, by the way) provides a die-hard Queensland perspective on Origin. Marto also talks about a bunch of other sports coming up this weekend. Marty plays the Tight 5 with none other than Miles Davis! Mr Nonsense himself. The pair debate five different sporting topics that are doing the rounds in NZ and around the world at the moment, such as Run It Straight, the A-League grand final, and Super Rugby.All that and much more!
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
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Former All Black Murray Mexted joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, for a lively, no-holds-barred Super Rugby Pacific chat, mixing sharp analysis with classic Mexted humour. Murray's all in on the Chiefs, calling their unity under soon-to-depart coach Clayton McMillan “commendable,” and reckons the Hurricanes are peaking at just the right time with strike power all over the park. While he’s not convinced the Crusaders are fully “back", he gives them credit, and argues the Highlanders are better than their low ranking suggests - “a good team will always beat a team of good players.”
Mexted tips Fabian Holland as a future star, praises the leadership of Timoci Tavatavanawai and his rise from winger to midfield mainstay, and questions the inconsistency of the Blues, despite backing them to sneak into the playoffs. Through it all, he hammers one point home with classic Kiwi bluntness: it’s simple - win the ball, and you’ll win the game.
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On the DSPN today, host Martin Devlin delivers a sermon on the rapidly rising game of 'Run it Straight', which you can call a sport at an absolute stretch. The game essentially takes the thunderous hit ups seen from kick-offs in rugby league, and uses those as the focal point of entertainment. Debate has sparked around its safety, especially with the competition RUNIT holding events in New Zealand recently. That debate has only grown fiercer with the death of a Kiwi teenager this week, who was playing a similar sort of game. Marty reckons there's little to no debate here, and there needs to be a push to get rid of the game.
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Tony Kemp - former Warriors coach, and ex Newcastle Knights and Kiwis player - is back on the DSPN alongside host Martin Devlin, to recap all the action from NRL round 12. It was a shortened round due to State of Origin, but featured a host of upsets. The Warriors fell at home to the Canberra Raiders 16-10 for their first defeat in over a month. First off, Marty sends some NRL quickfire questions Kempy's way, before the pair unpack the Warriors' loss, whether or not there was anything concerning about the performance, and how Canberra got the better of them. They move onto other NRL clubs such as the Canterbury Bulldogs and Penrith Panthers, and their current form in the midst of the Origin period. Finally, Kempy and Marty explore the upcoming challenges and fixtures for the Warriors, and give their thoughts on Queensland vs New South Wales.
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Welcome to episode 92 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...
Tony Kemp - former Warriors coach, and ex Newcastle Knights and Kiwis player - joins Martin Devlin as he does every week, to review the latest round in the NRL. Kempy and Marty spend much of their time talking about the Warriors' 16-10 loss to the Canberra Raiders, as well as previewing State of Origin. Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh play a game of NRL Glass Half Full, where they offer their opinions on a number of clubs and fixtures at nearly the midway point of the 2025 season. Joel Gould from AAP in Brisbane previews Origin game one and all the key storylines attached to Wednesday's opener. Matt Gunn out of Twizel tries to be positive about his Bulldogs after their hammering at the hands of the Dolphins.All that and much more!
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
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YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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Tony Johnson - longtime Sky Sport rugby commentator - is back on the DSPN with host Martin Devlin, to review Super Rugby Pacific round 15 for 2025. The weekend was highlighted by the Chiefs' huge victory over Moana Pasifika. Tony and Marty talk about that, after working their way through six quick fire questions. What are the chances Moana Pasifika make the finals? Can they finish ahead of the Blues? They likely need to beat the in-form Hurricanes to do so. The pair also cover off the Crusaders' narrow escapes of late, Sevu Reece's record-breaking try on the weekend, the 'Canes win on the road over the Reds, and who the most disappointing teams of the season have been. All of that and much more!
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
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YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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Welcome to episode 91 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...
Longtime Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson is back in studio to review Super Rugby Pacific round 15. Just one more round remains in the regular season, and while five teams look to have secured their finals spots, three are set to battle it our for sixth - Moana Pasifika, the Blues and Waratahs. Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh present their WORLD FAMOUS and HIGHLY REGARDED Super Rugby POWER RANKINGS. Marty puts a slightly different spin on this week's rankings, by presenting what he reckons will mirror the table come this time next week. Mark 'Watto' Watson - veteran Kiwi sports broadcaster - casts his eye over the Blues, Warriors and Auckland FC (among other teams and topics), offering a comprehensive review of the Auckland sporting weekend.All that and much more!
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
TikTok: @martindevlin_dspn
YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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On the DSPN today, host Martin Devlin is joined by Greg 'Marto' Martin - current Triple M breakfast radio host, and once a Wallabies fullback - to cover a whole bunch of MEN'S THINGS that MATTER. Marty and Marto talk about the NRL, including the contrasting form of the Warriors and Brisbane Broncos right now, and how the Queensland city is reacting to the Broncos' poor season. The conversation moves towards rugby union where the pair talk the upcoming British and Irish Lions tour to Australia, the Super Rugby Pacific season with the finals fast approaching, and Marto's career on the rugby field. They wrap things up chatting State of Origin, with game one next week.
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
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YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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Welcome to episode 90 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...
Greg 'Marto' Martin - current Triple M breakfast radio host, and once a Wallabies fullback - joins Marty Devlin as he does every week, to talk all about MEN'S THINGS. The two cover off the Warriors and Broncos' form in the NRL, State of Origin, and Super Rugby Pacific. Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh discuss a variety of sporting topics on the Tight 5. Today's debate includes revisiting preseason predictions for the Warriors, France's rumoured team to play the All Blacks in July, and the race for Champions League spots in the Premier League.All that and much more!
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
TikTok: @martindevlin_dspn
YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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On the DSPN today, host Martin Devlin is joined again by former Warriors coach, and ex Kiwis and Newcastle Knights player Tony Kemp. Together, they review round 11 of the NRL with a focus on the Warriors winning yet again! Who woulda thunk it. The Wahs beat the Dolphins 16-12 on the road, and now sit comfortably in second on the NRL ladder with an 8-2 record. They're also on a five-match winning streak. Marty and Kempy recap the club's impressive performances of late, the character shown in their tight wins, Luke Metcalf going from strength to strength at halfback, and their upcoming fixtures. The conversation also covers the Panthers' fortunes during the State of Origin period, which NRL teams are already out of top eight contention, the Sharks' form and the Broncos going from bad to worse. They finish things off reviewing the Origin teams named for game one next week.
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
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YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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Welcome to episode 89 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...
Host Martin Devlin is joined by Matt Gunn out of Twizel, who brings his infectious POSITIVITY to a Tight 5 debate! Marty and Gunny dissect five separate sporting topics. They chat about Super Ruby Pacific, the Warriors and Bulldogs' form in the NRL, and much more. Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh play a game of Glass Half Full, NRL style. They offer opinions on a number of fixtures from over the weekend, and how certain clubs are tracking after 11 rounds. How is Lachie feeling after yet another Broncos loss? What are Marty's thoughts on the New South Wales Origin side?All that and much more!
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
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YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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DSPN host Martin Devlin is joined by longtime Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson, to review round 14 of Super Rugby Pacific for 2025. The pair focus on Moana Pasifika's historic 27-21 win over the Blues, and the massive performance from Ardie Savea, who seems to be in the form of his life. Has there ever been a better showing from an individual in a Super Rugby game? Is Savea a lock for the All Blacks number seven jumper? And is the ABs captaincy debate reigniting? Marty and Tony also chat about other Moana Pasifika players who stood out on Saturday, and the electric atmosphere on Auckland's North Shore. They cover off the Brumbies beating the Reds to go top of the table, the Crusaders' dominant win over the Waratahs, and the Highlanders' dire form of late. They have a bit of time for women's rugby as well - recapping the Black Ferns' draw with Canada - and missed referee calls.
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
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YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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Welcome to episode 88 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...
Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson is back in the DSPN studio, casting his eye over Super Rugby Pacific round 14. The weekend was highlighted by Moana Pasifika's 27-21 win over the Blues, and captain Ardie Savea's instrumental performance. Marty Devlin and young producer Lachlan Waugh are back with their WORLD FAMOUS and MUCH REVERED Super Rugby POWER RANKINGS. There's love shown towards Moana Pasifika and the Hurricanes, sympathy for the Highlanders, and Marty won't let Lachie hear the end of it with the Waratahs losing another match. Brett McKay, from RugbyPass and co-host of the 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast, offers an Australian perspective on the weekend that was in rugby.All that and much more!
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
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YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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Join DSPN host Martin Devlin and young producer Lachlan Waugh, as they preview the sporting weekend ahead by playing a game of What Has More Chance Of Happening. The two list a variety of sporting fixtures across the likes of rugby, rugby league and golf, and offer predictions on each. Marty and Lachie first cover off Super Rugby Pacific with the likes of the Hurricanes vs Highlanders and Waratahs vs Crusaders, before moving onto the NRL where the Warriors, Dolphins and Sharks - among other clubs - are discussed. The two rant and rave about the Brisbane Broncos and the awful patch of form they're in. They wrap things up by touching on Ryan Fox's fantastic first round at the PGA Championship, Auckland FC, and the Black Ferns.
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
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Former Wallabies fullback and current Triple M breakfast radio host, Greg Martin, joins Marty Devlin on the DSPN, talking a variety of topics. Marto firstly shows off his pearly whites, having had a tooth replaced recently! Then, he and Marty discuss Super Rugby Pacific this weekend, with a heavyweight Aussie derby on between the Brumbies and Reds. They also touch on Joseph Sua'ali'i's injury and its impact on the upcoming British and Irish Lions series, the Super Rugby finals structure, and NRL preview for the weekend ahead.
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
TikTok: @martindevlin_dspn
YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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Welcome to episode 87 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...
Greg 'Marto' Martin - former Wallabies fullback and current Triple M breakfast radio host - is back on the DSPN talking both rugby codes with Marty, the Wallabies fortunes in 2025, and the perks of having good teeth. Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh gather round the debating table on the Tight 5, where they dissect and discuss five separate sporting topics. Today they talk about Hurricanes first-five Brett Cameron returning from injury, Ireland rugby scrapping its men's sevens program, Mount Maunganui being named one of the best test cricket grounds in the world, and more. Miles Davis is talking all sorts of nonsense today - as per usual. He and Marty chat about the Europa League football final, the Hurricanes push towards the Super Rugby finals, and more.All that and much more!
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Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
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YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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All Blacks legend Murray Mexted joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, talking a whole lot of rugby with the Super Rugby Pacific finals fast-approaching. Marty and Mex list their top contenders, while referencing incredible recent results such as the Chiefs beating the Crusaders on the road, and the Hurricanes upsetting the Waikato-based franchise in the capital. Are the Blues flying under the radar? Mex reckons so. The ex All Blacks loosie also chats about the upcoming French tour of New Zealand and the threat Les Bleus will pose, his experiences playing in France, New Zealand Rugby's recent $19.5 million financial loss, and the need to prioritise grassroots rugby.
Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network
Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn
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YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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On the DSPN, host Martin Devlin welcomes former Warriors coach and ex Kiwis representative Tony Kemp onto the show, to talk all things NRL following round 10 of the 2025 season. The Warriors sit second on the ladder, boasting a 7-2 record after their tight 15-14 win over the Dragons across the ditch. The pair talk about the resilience the Warriors are building with their wins, their strong performances when considering key players that are missing, and the continued improvement of Luke Metcalf as a first-grade halfback. Marty and Kempy also cover the Warriors' chances over the coming weeks against the likes of the Dolphins and Raiders, Latrell Mitchell's brilliant performance against the Broncos, the Bulldogs' comeback against Canberra, and much more.
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