DSPN - RUGBY

Chris Jones is back on the DSPN talking Six Nations rugby with Martin Devlin. The longtime rugby writer for The Times and RugbyPass in the UK recaps France's massive win over Ireland, where they absolutely bullied the Irish in their own backyard. He and Marty touch on the ramifications for the final round of the competition, as France are now in the box seat to win, and should do if they take care of business against Scotland. The pair also talk about the Scots' victory over Wales and England comfortably beating Italy. Antoine Dupont's knee injury is another major talking point that not only impacts the final round of games, but also the French captain's year ahead.

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Join Marty Devlin on the DSPN, as he and Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson recap week four of Super Rugby Pacific for 2025. There were three BIG upsets across the five matches, including the Fijian Drua handing the Chiefs their first defeat, and the Brumbies beating the Blues at Eden Park for the first time in 12 years. Marty and Tony kick things off with rapid-fire questions, touching on significant wins, standout performances, and lingering concerns. They talk about the Crusaders' impressive victory over the Reds, highlighting the red and blacks' need for consistency despite playing well. They also touch on the Blues' struggles and injury concerns, and the Hurricanes losing their third in four to start the year. Marty and Tony cover off the Aussie teams as well, including the Waratahs' unbeaten start and storylines surrounding the British and Irish Lions Tour. They wrap things up talking about the Six Nations and France captain Antoine Dupont's knee injury.

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Welcome to episode 59 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...

• Longtime Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson is in studio to review Super Rugby Pacific week four. It was another brilliant round of action, with three big upsets. Is it time for the Blues and Hurricanes to panic? How good can the Waratahs get?
• Our cricket expert Rahul Patil recaps New Zealand's four-wicket loss to India in the ICC Champions Trophy final. It was another defeat for the Black Caps in a white ball final, do they lack the needed killer instinct? Rahul answers that and more.
• Marty presents his Super Rugby Pacific POWER RANKINGS, and there's been PLENTY of movement from a week ago.
• Chris Jones - veteran rugby scribe in the UK - talks Six Nations after the penultimate weekend of the competition, which saw France absolute pump Ireland in Dublin. The score of 42-27 without a doubt flatters the Irish.

All that and much more!

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Welcome to episode 58 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...

• Marty's Mailbag is back! Marty and Producer Lachlan Waugh present Fan Forum, or Comment Corner... we seriously need to sort out the name of this segment. They work through comments off the DSPN YouTube channel, discussing the sports they're related to and stirring up a bit of comedy in the process.
• Wallabies legend Tim Horan - winner of two Rugby World Cups in 1991 and 1999 - previews the weekend ahead in Super Rugby Pacific, while also discussing how rugby positions have adapted over the years.
• Marty and Lachie play a game of What Has More Chance Of Happening, where Marty presents his young counterpart with two scenarios, and asks which one is more likely to happen. They discuss Super Rugby and NRL fixtures, Six Nations Rugby, and the Champions Trophy final, among other sporting events this weekend.

All that and much more!

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Wallabies legend and double Rugby World Cup winner Tim Horan joins Marty Devlin in a very special interview on the DSPN, talking all things Super Rugby Pacific ahead of the fourth round of the 2025 competition. Week four kicks off with the defending-champion Blues hosting the Brumbies at Eden Park on Friday - is this a clear cut win for the Blues? Tim reckons the Brumbies can give them a good scare. The pair also talk about the high-paced matches, the importance of the Waratahs and Reds being competitive due to their potential for big TV audiences, and storylines attached to the upcoming British and Irish Lions Tour. Tim also addresses changes to modern midfielders and how they differ from his playing days, and the significance of afternoon rugby for attracting more families to games.

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Join Martin Devlin on the DSPN, as he recaps a clinical victory for the Black Caps in their Champions Trophy one-day cricket semifinal against South Africa. New Zealand came away with a 50-run victory, to book their spot in the tournament final against India on Sunday night (New Zealand time). Former Kiwi cricketer Craig Cumming is on the podcast, to discuss New Zealand's journey to the decider, which has included good preparation pre-tournament and outstanding performances from almost every member of the team. Marty and Craig also look ahead to the final against India, and like New Zealand's chances to win their second Champions Trophy crown!

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Welcome to episode 57 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...

• The Black Caps are into the Champions Trophy final! Ex New Zealand cricketer Craig Cumming joins Martin to recap a clinical victory over South Africa in the semis, and look ahead to the decider against India.
• Greg Martin - Triple M breakfast host in Brisbane and former Wallabies fullback - talks all things Super Rugby, NRL, cricket, and cyclones in Queensland.
• Marty and producer Lachlan Waugh play a game of Glass Half Full, where they tackle the likelihood Auckland hosts the next America's Cup, LeBron James' latest achievement in the NBA, and viewing figures for the NRL Vegas round, among other topics.

All that and much more!

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As the the most anticipated match of the Six Nations approaches, DSPN host Martin Devlin welcomes Irish rugby writer Patrick McCarry onto the podcast, to delve into all the important details attached to the Ireland vs France clash in Dublin this weekend. Marty and Pat discuss the significance of this match compared to Ireland's games against the All Blacks. What means more to Irish rugby fans, a win over New Zealand or a Grand Slam? Pat does his best to answer that. They also touch on higher expectations that fans have for the Irish given their success in recent years.

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Marty Devlin is joined by cricket expert Rahul Patil on the DSPN, to delve into the ICC Champions Trophy semifinals. India defeated Australia by four wickets in the first semi, and they will play the winner of New Zealand vs South Africa in the final. Marty and Rahul talk about India's performance, especially that of Virat Kohli who was a star with the bat, and Australia's struggles without key bowlers in their attack. They also discuss how the Black Caps should approach their semifinal with the Proteas, what sort of pitch Lahore is, and they tease a potential India-NZ final.

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Welcome to episode 56 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network...

• Marty directs most of his focus today to the ICC Champions Trophy, with New Zealand taking on South Africa in the second semifinal. Rahul Patil - our cricket expert - joins the podcast to preview that clash, as well as recapping India's win over Aussie in the first semi.
• Irish rugby writer Patrick McCarry looks ahead to the Six Nations this weekend, which features a mouth-watering clash between Ireland and France in Dublin.
• Miles Davis is back talking blah blah blah! About the Champions Trophy and New Zealand's chances of winning it, Super Rugby Pacific after three rounds, and more.
• Marty and producer Lachlan Waugh debate plenty of sport on the Tight 5, including suggestions Warriors coaches were out drinking while in Las Vegas, the best method of watching a one-day cricket match that's going all night long, and more.

All that and much more!

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