Tony Johnson Breaks Down England Threat at Twickenham
We’re staring down the biggest test of the Grand Slam tour, and Tony Johnson joins us from London with everything we need to know ahead of All Blacks v England at Twickenham. The selections are locked in, the locals are confident, and the bookies have England as favourites. Yep, favourites.
Tony gives us a proper look at the key matchups: the loose forwards, the new midfield combo, and why England’s 6-2 split says everything about how they want to win this. We also dig into the aerial game, the kicking battle, and what Damien McKenzie’s super-sub form means for the jersey.
There’s plenty about the mood on the ground too, from the All Blacks’ setup outside London to the realities of a massive, not-so-friendly Twickenham crowd.
A big week, a big test, and a chance to keep the slam alive.
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'Wallabies Are Going Backwards': Greg Martin's Honest Assessment of Aussie Rugby
Greg Martin joins Marty on the DSPN for another BRILLIANTLY unfiltered chat about Aussie rugby chaos, cash conspiracies, and Christmas gravy. Between slagging off the Wallabies’ coaching circus, defending Paul Kelly as the 'voice of Australia', and reminiscing about when Australia could actually catch a high ball, Marto and Marty deliver pure gold.
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Breyton Paulse: How Rassie and Tony Brown Turned the Springboks into a Monster
Former Springboks speedster Breyton Paulse joins the podcast, for an uplifting chat full of energy and heart. Breyton chats with Marty about the unity and incredible culture behind South African rugby’s rise. He shares personal stories from his playing days, pays tribute to current captain Siya Kolisi’s leadership, and reveals how coach Rassie Erasmus and assistant Tony Brown have transformed the modern Boks.
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Is England at Twickenham Crunch Time for the All Blacks? | Rugby Roundtable
Martin Devlin kicks things off by delivering a sermon, unpacking all the important details of the All Blacks vs England test at Twickenham. How damaging will it be for New Zealand if they lose? How much pressure could the coaching group be under?
Then, Mark 'Watto' Watson and John Day join Marty for another installment of Rugby Roundtable, dissecting the All Blacks and other rugby topics. Watto says New Zealand still lacks a true 'statement performance' this year, while John slams poor discipline and soft defence for underwhelming results - for the most part - in 2025. All three agree England will define the season - win and the All Blacks are back, lose and the pressure on Razor explodes.
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'Win the Ball, Win the Game' - Murray Mexted on All Blacks' Twickenham Test
Murray Mexted joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, for a lively rugby chat ahead of the All Blacks’ clash with England at Twickenham. Mex reckons the All Blacks must dominate possession to have any chance. He praises young lock Fabian Holland, warns about loose forward depth, and stresses mental strength after letting Scotland back into the contest last weekend.
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Martin Devlin is a seasoned sports broadcaster in New Zealand, famous for his high-energy, no-nonsense style on both radio and TV.
He’s covered everything from the FIFA World Cup to the Rugby World Cup and is known for his passion for the game.
Now, he’s about to take things up a notch by launching the DSPN—The Devlin Sports Podcast Network.
DSPN promises to be a wild ride through the sports world, packed with Devlin’s signature energy, bold takes, and insider insights.
Get ready for sports talk that’s fast-paced and unapologetically Devlin!
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