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Head coach Dave Rennie speaks to the media in Cape Town as the All Blacks prepare to kick off their tour against the Stormers. Dave breaks down the selection methodology for the midweek opener, why Beauden Barrett is driving the ship at first-five, and his reaction to Du'Plessis Kirifi's surprise position switch.

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Head coach Dave Rennie during the All Blacks team naming, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry Tour, Cape Town, South Africa, 05 August 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press)

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Martin Devlin and Andrew Mulligan react to the All Blacks squad named to face the Stormers in Cape Town. The boys analyze a massive forward pack, break down refereeing decisions across the tour, and digest Dave Rennie's thoughts on midweek standards.

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Patrick Tuipulotu of the All Blacks during the All Blacks v Ireland international test match, Nations Championship 2026, Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand, 18 July 2026. (Photo by Blake Armstrong / action press)

New Zealand Fabian Holland during the All Blacks v Ireland, Gallagher Cup test match, Soldier Field, Chicago, United States of America, Saturday, 02 November 2025. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox / action press)

Beauden Barrett during the All Blacks v Ireland international test match, Nations Championship 2026, Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand, 18 July 2026. (Photo by Aaron Gillions / action press)

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Broadcasting royalty and proper rugby nut Simon Barnett joins Martin Devlin in the studio. Simon opens up about his days playing for Sumner, his rugby nickname, and his lifelong love for Canterbury footy. Plus, he shares his deeply personal take on why the All Blacks tour of South Africa means so much to the nation.

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Jamie Wall joins Martin Devlin LIVE from Cape Town to break down the final preparations ahead of the All Blacks' tour opener against the Stormers. We look at potential starters including Wallace Sititi and Simon Parker, examine how Dave Rennie is managing player workloads, and discuss local ticket pricing concerns as anticipation builds for the midweek match.

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All Black Fabian Holland at full-time in the Wales v All Blacks match, Principality Stadium, Cardiff, Wales, Saturday, 22 November 2025. (Photo by Benjamin Gilbert / action press)

Ethan Blackadder of the All Blacks during the All Blacks v South Africa Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship, Emirates Airline Park, Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, 31 August 2024, (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press)

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Martin Devlin gets real on why South Africa are undeniable favourites heading into the four-test series against the All Blacks. From home ground advantage and unmatched player depth to recent form, Devlin breaks down four clear reasons the Springboks earned top spot—and why the underdog tag suits Dave Rennie's rebuilding squad just fine

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