DSPN - RUGBY

If the All Blacks were picked purely on form right now, who actually makes the team?
That’s the question we throw around in studio with esteemed rugby journo Jamie Wall today.
We run through every position, from the front row through to the back three. There are some obvious selections, some tight debates, and a couple of names pushing hard for a first crack in black.
There’s also the conversation about players overseas and whether someone like Richie Mo’unga or Brodie Retallick could realistically walk straight back into the mix if they’re in form.

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Jeff the Ref returns to dissect a weekend that left fans screaming at their TVs. We dive into the Reds' last-gasp win over the Brumbies, why an eye-gouge was missed in the Six Nations, and the bizarre rules surrounding a player getting their pants pulled down. Plus, Jeff calls out the "impotent" Assistant Referees and explains why halfbacks are getting away with murder at the back of the ruck.

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England have lost three in a row in the Six Nations, including a historic defeat to Italy. But what does their spectacular demise tell us about the All Blacks? Martin Devlin breaks down why last year’s 33-19 loss at Twickenham is now an even bigger stain on the lack jersey. From "clunky" tactics to a lack of leadership, we ask the hard question: Are the All Blacks in a much worse position than we ever allowed ourselves to admit?

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Has international rugby ever been stronger? Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin to dissect a Six Nations weekend that shredded the form book. Italy’s historic first-ever win over England, Scotland’s 50-point demolition of France, and the "spreadsheet rugby" that has Steve Borthwick on the brink. Plus, a look ahead to a final weekend where three teams can still take the crown.

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Unpredictability is the name of the game in Super Rugby Pacific. Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin to break down a wild Round 4, including the Hurricanes' clinical dismantling of the Waratahs and the Blues' massive "statement" win over the Crusaders. We dive into the "outrageous burgle" in Canberra, the Beauden Barrett factor, and why the TMO protocols are still leaving fans scratching their heads.

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Wallaby legend Brendan Cannon joins the show to discuss a weekend where the "telecommunication cable" was buzzing with Aussie success. We break down the Crusaders' massive momentum shift against the Chiefs, why the TMO needs to stay out of the micro-moments, and why James Slipper is "sprinkled with magical fairy dust."

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The Dave Rennie era is here and the mailbag is overflowing. Martin Devlin and Lachlan Waugh dive into the massive reaction to the new All Blacks coach, Rennie's "no loyalty" message, and the possibility of Richie Mo'unga’s early return. Plus, we address the "Usain Bolt" controversy—can an All Black actually run 40 Ks? We also tackle Finn Allen’s T20 masterclass and why Marty is finally eating humble pie.

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The Six Nations is back and the stakes have never been higher. Martin Devlin and Pat McCarry from RugbyPass dive into a massive weekend of fixtures. We talk Ireland's "bonus point mission" against Wales, why Steve Borthwick is stuck in a "doom loop," and the absolute doozy between Scotland and France. Plus, we get the northern hemisphere reaction to Dave Rennie being named All Blacks coach.

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The search is over. Dave Rennie has been crowned the All Blacks head coach through to the 2027 World Cup. Martin Devlin is joined by Mark Watson and John Day for a high-energy Roundtable. We discuss why Jamie Joseph missed out, the "Superman" effect of Ardie Savea's captaincy, and why Rennie's unprompted mention of Richie Mo'unga has shifted the eligibility debate. Plus, Watto actually admits to having fun.

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