DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network

All Black legend Josh Kronfeld steps into the DSPN studio to break down the reality of touring South Africa. Josh reflects on his tours, explains why Dave Rennie's two-year World Cup build requires genuine patience, and details the physical shock of playing at altitude on the Highveld. Plus, he shares raw memories of playing alongside Jonah Lomu.
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Josh Kronfeld in action. All Blacks v South Africa, Tri Nations Final in Cape Town, South Africa on 10 August 1996. Copyright photo: Andrew Cornaga / www.photosport.co.nz

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All Black legend Murray Mexted joins Martin to break down the reality of touring South Africa. Murray gives his honest assessment on player depth, comparing our 40 test-ready players to South Africa's 150. Plus, we look at the brutal reality of playing at altitude on the Highveld and why Tupou Vaa'i at six is crucial for set-piece ball.

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Jamie Wall joins Martin live from Johannesburg as the All Blacks prepare to take on the Bulls in Pretoria. We break down the casualty ward with updates on Cam Roigard, Damian McKenzie, and Will Jordan. Plus, we look ahead to Ardie Savea's arrival and the massive impact he brings for the first test against the Springboks at Ellis Park.

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Cam Roigard during the All Blacks captains run, Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand, 17 July 2026. (Photo by John Cowpland / action press)\\

Will Jordan during the All Blacks training, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry Tour, Durban, South Africa, 09 August 2026. (Photo by Gerhard Duraan / action press)

Damian McKenzie during the All Blacks training, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry Tour, Durban, South Africa, 09 August 2026. (Photo by Gerhard Duraan / action press)

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The Rugby Roundtable is back to break down the All Blacks' 54-0 shutout against the Sharks in Durban. Mark Watson and John Day join Martin Devlin to look past the scoreline, inspecting the scrum's progress, early-game discipline issues, and which fringe stars are pushing for starting test jerseys against the Springboks.

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All Blacks Fehi Fineanganofo during the All Blacks v Sharks, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry Tour, Hollywoodbets Kings Park, Durban, South Africa, 11 August 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press)

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Jamie Wall and Brendan Nel wrap up the All Blacks' 54-0 victory over the Sharks in Durban. We look at whether a blowout win truly prepares the squad for the Springboks, hear from proud debutants Bradley Slater and Semisi Ta'eiloa, and break down Ma'a Nonu's solo Haka.

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