Richie Mo’unga is back in the All Blacks No. 10 jersey for the first time since the 2023 World Cup final as Dave Rennie makes eight changes for the final test against the Springboks in Baltimore.

Martin Devlin and John Day give their immediate reaction to the team, while Jamie Wall reports from Baltimore. They debate Beauden Barrett’s surprise selection, Ethan Blackadder’s return, the revamped forward pack and whether the All Blacks can avoid a third straight defeat to South Africa.

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Martin and Jamie sit down to reflect on their favourite moments and highlights from an unforgettable tour of South Africa. From the warmth of the local fans to electric stadium atmospheres, the boys look back on what made this trip so special.

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All Blacks Will Jordan celebrates a try during the All Blacks v South Africa first test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, Ellis Park, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 22 August 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press)

South Africa Jesse Kriel reacts during the All Blacks v South Africa test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 5 September 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press)

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Martin Devlin lays out eight brutal, honest home truths about where the All Blacks stand following the South African leg of the tour. From finding genuine intimidators to fixing a struggling set-piece and looking overseas for coaching expertise, Martin explains why sentimentality must be tossed aside if we want to win next year's World Cup.

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We check in live with Jamie Wall on the ground in the United States as the All Blacks prepare for a high-stakes final test against the Springboks. With Ardie Savea and Luke Jacobson sidelined, Wallace Sititi steps into the frame as the squad looks to turn review feedback into motivation. Attack coach Mike Blair breaks down the plan to fix penalty counts, speed up ruck ball, and convert line breaks into points.

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All Blacks Will Jordan during the All Blacks v South Africa second test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, DHL Stadium, Cape Town, South Africa, Saturday, 29 August 2026. (Photo by John Cowpland / action press)

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Martin Devlin catches up with Chris Jones straight off the flight back from South Africa. The boys break down the hard truths from the three test matches, looking at the All Blacks' ongoing set piece struggles, lineout systems, and why South Africa still has even more levels to reach.

South Africa Manie Libbok during the All Blacks v South Africa test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 5 September 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press)

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Andrew Mulligan, Mark Watson, and John Day gather at the Rugby Roundtable to dissect another tough result against South Africa. We discuss the scrum battle, referee interpretations, and why Dave Rennie stepped back from pushing the narrative. Plus, we ask the hard questions about team leadership on the field when Ardie Savea is missing.

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All Blacks Cam Roigard during the All Blacks v South Africa test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 5 September 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press)

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Jamie Wall checks in live from the Watergate Hotel in Washington DC alongside Gregor Paul. The boys unpack Dave Rennie's thoughts on soft penalties, set piece struggles, and whether this squad has enough gas in the tank to level the series against South Africa.

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The Springboks have claimed the series 2-1 with a 29-24 victory in Soweto, showing their world-class power down the stretch. Nigel Yalden joins Tony Johnson to rake through the coals, analyzing where the All Blacks fell short, Ardie Savea's injury blow, and what Dave Rennie's side must fix up front before heading to Baltimore.

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All Blacks Leroy Carter during the All Blacks v South Africa test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 5 September 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press)

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Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall sit down for the Sunday Session in Johannesburg to unpack the All Blacks' 29-24 loss to the Springboks. We look at the series as a whole, debate both South African and New Zealand perspectives, and break down why the world champions pulled away in the final quarter.

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All Blacks Ardie Savea during the All Blacks v South Africa test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 5 September 2026. (Photo by Anton Geyser / action press)

South Africa Siya Kolisi during the All Blacks v South Africa test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 5 September 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press)

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The greatest rivalry in rugby reaches a dramatic climax in Soweto! The Springboks have asserted their dominance as the world's #1 team, coming from behind to claim a thrilling 29-24 victory over the All Blacks at Soccer City and secure a 2-1 series win in South Africa.

Join the DSPN team live from the stadium immediately following the post-match press conferences as they break down a absolute blockbuster test match, joined by South African rugby writer Brenden Nel to reflect on a epic tour.

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