Brad Mooar: Crusaders Assistant on Blues Rivalry, 2024 Hardships, & Team Identity | Super Rugby 2025
DSPN host Martin Devlin is joined by Crusaders assistant coach Brad Mooar, ahead of his side's Super Rugby Pacific clash at home to the Blues on Good Friday. The Crusaders are top of the table with six wins from eight, and face a team they beat 42-19 just four weeks ago. Brad talks to Marty about their preparation for Friday, expectations due to their successful season so far, lessons learnt from a tough 2024 and finding their identity. Is there a chip on the team's shoulder after such a poor campaign last year? Are they determined to prove doubters wrong even more so? Brad talks all about that. The two also dive into the Auckland-Canterbury sporting rivalry which spawned in the old-school NPC days. Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn TikTok: @martindevlin_dspn YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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Brad Mooar, Super Rugby & NRL, Greg Martin, What Has More Chance | 17 April
Welcome to episode 77 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Crusaders assistant coach Brad Mooar joins Marty Devlin, to preview their Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Blues on Good Friday. Brad talks all about their turnaround from a tough 2024, and much more. Marty and young producer Lachlan Waugh play a game of What Has More Chance Of Happening, where they work through sporting fixtures over the weekend and offer predictions. The likes of Super Rugby Pacific, the NRL and Formula One are discussed. Greg Martin is BACK talking all sorts of MEN'S THINGS like sport (Super Rugby and NRL mainly), beer, carpentry, and more. All that and much more! Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn TikTok: @martindevlin_dspn YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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Murray Mexted: All Blacks Lock & Blindside Flanker Stocks, Beauden Barrett's Form, & Super Rugby
Join Martin Devlin on the DSPN, as he welcomes on a New Zealand sporting icon - Murray Mexted. The pair work through a number of major rugby talking points in New Zealand such as the All Black lock stocks, the importance of height when playing the Springboks, and the chance that either Scott Barrett or Tupou Vaa'i play blindside flanker in 2025 - Mex like the idea of one of those two moving to six, but which one? They also cover off the form of Beauden Barrett and whether or not he is ahead of Damian McKenzie in the race for the number 10 jersey. Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn TikTok: @martindevlin_dspn YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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Matt Williams: Rugby Icon on All Blacks vs France, Strength of Top 14, & Springboks' 7-1 Bench Split
Join DSPN host Martin Devlin, as he welcomes a very special guest onto the podcast - renowned rugby broadcaster and former coach Matt Williams. The Australian-native has made a name for himself as one of the top voices in rugby, spending over a decade in Ireland working for Virgin Media and the Irish Times. The two delve into the complexities of the global rugby calendar, the French Top 14 and the best sides on show, and why the All Blacks should actually be worried about a 'French B' side coming downunder in July. Matt talks about the differing styles of rugby in the northern and southern hemispheres, and touches on the future of the sport. The interview wraps up with Matt sharing his opinion on the 7-1 bench split made famous by the Springboks under Rassie Erasmus, and how the method is damaging to rugby from a tactical and safety perspective. Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn TikTok: @martindevlin_dspn YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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'Blown Off the Park' - Tony Kemp Reviews Warriors' Heavy Loss to Melbourne | 2025 NRL Season
It's Tuesday, which means Big League Tuesday (BLT) on the DSPN! Host Martin Devlin is joined by former Warriors coach and Kiwis representative Tony Kemp. Together they review round six of the 2025 NRL season, which included a heavy 42-14 defeat for the Warriors against the Storm in Melbourne. Marty and Kempy focus on that result, and how outplayed the Warriors were, particularly in the first half. They also touch on injury concerns for the Warriors, their ability to bounce back against the Brisbane Broncos this weekend, and how pleased we can be with their 3-2 start to the season. Marty and Kempy wrap things up talking about Kiwis icon and former Sydney Roosters prop Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, who has announced his retirement from rugby league. Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn TikTok: @martindevlin_dspn YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork
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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