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Clarke Laidlaw and Jono Gibbes join the captains upstairs for a press conference before the ultimate decider at the Cake Tin. We break down the massive lineout battle, the return of Jordie Barrett, and what it takes to banish past heartbreak and secure a title.
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Chiefs Tupou Vaa'i during the Chiefs v Crusaders, Super Rugby Pacific match, FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. Saturday, 28 February 2026, (Photo by Aaron Gillions / action press)
Hurricanes Jordie Barrett warms up during the Hurricanes v Brumbies, Super Rugby Pacific Qualifying Final match, Hnry Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand. Friday, 5 June 2026, (Photo by Marty Melville / action press)
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The Grand Final is locked in. Special guest Ross Karl from the Aotearoa Rugby Pod joins us in the studio to preview the blockbuster Hurricanes vs Chiefs decider. We break down why Jordie Barrett is the complete package, look at the brutal loose forward styles clash, and debate who claims the All Blacks Number 10 Jersey on Monday.
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Hurricanes Jordie Barrett during the Hurricanes v Blues, Super Rugby Pacific match, Hnry Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand. Friday, 11 April 2025, (Photo by Stringer / action press)
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The Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final is officially locked in for an absolute blockbuster matchup in Wellington. Ollie Norris joins Marty on the show to review their devastating semifinal performance against the Crusaders. We look at his recovery from surgery, the scrum tactics needed to stop the Hurricanes, and how the squad is channeling past heartbreak to chase the trophy.
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Chiefs Ollie Norris during the Chiefs v Crusaders, Super Rugby Pacific Semi Final match, FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. Friday, 12 June 2026, (Photo by Aaron Gillions / action press)
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The teams are officially locked in for the Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final at the Cake Tin. We break down the massive squad announcements, including the scary loose forward depth of the Chiefs. Plus we head to the Sky Tower to chat with the newly crowned Super Rugby Player of the Year, Quinn Tupaea.
00:10 - Squad Reactions
05:55 - Quinn Tupaea Press Conference
18:40 - Wrap Up
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Former All Black Ants Strachan joins Marty to preview an incredibly highly anticipated Super Rugby final between the top two high-flying teams. We dive deep into the kicking strategies, the set-piece proficiency under sour weather conditions, and why the Hurricanes' loose forwards have the edge. Plus, Ant delivers a passionate reflection on his own All Blacks selection and weighs in on the ruthless decisions facing the national selectors.
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Chiefs Tupou Vaa'i during the Chiefs v Crusaders, Super Rugby Pacific Semi Final match, FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. Friday, 12 June 2026, (Photo by Stringer / action press)
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It’s grand final week, and the Rugby Roundtable is fired up. John Day and Mark Watson join the show to pick a winner in the blockbusting Hurricanes vs Chiefs decider. We debate whether the Chiefs can break their four-final losing curse, analyze why the Blues' defensive system completely imploded down the stretch, and lock horns over whether Beauden Barrett a spot in Monday’s All Blacks squad announcement.
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Blues Beauden Barrett during the Hurricanes v Blues, Super Rugby Pacific match, Hnry Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand. Saturday, 11 April 2026, (Photo by Stringer / action press)
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The two absolute best teams have made the grand final, and Sky Sport's Tony Johnson joins Marty to unpack a sensational weekend of semifinal results. We dive into the massive debate surrounding Cam Roigard's controversial "sportsmanship" try against the Blues, analyze Damian McKenzie’s masterclass performance against the Crusaders, and look ahead to the ultimate selection showdown in Wellington.
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Crusaders Manumaua Letiu and Leicester Fainga'anuku are dejected during the Chiefs v Crusaders, Super Rugby Pacific Semi Final match, FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. Friday, 12 June 2026, (Photo by Aaron Gillions / action press)
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We are locking into a massive breakdown on the state of the women's global game. New Zealand Rugby’s Hannah Porter joins the desk to address the worrying pipeline leak between high school and senior women's rugby. We talk handling England’s club-dominated model, the radical 15-week shift for Super Rugby Aupiki, and an historic double-header in Johannesburg.
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The Chiefs are into another Super Rugby final after a massive semi-final win over the Crusaders in Hamilton.
Jamie Wall was there for DSPN as the Chiefs produced a stunning first half, putting 40-plus points on the Crusaders and defending with serious grit after the break. Jono Gibbes praised his side’s problem-solving under pressure, while Tupou Vaa’i called the performance “bloody awesome” after the Chiefs kept a dangerous Crusaders side to just 12 points.
Jamie and Nigel Yalden break down the biggest talking points from FMG Stadium Waikato, including the Chiefs’ explosive attack, their injury concerns, Rob Penney’s final game with the Crusaders, and whether the Chiefs can finally break their finals curse next week.
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We are digging straight into the million-dollar question regarding the health of global rugby pathways. Irish rugby journalist Caolán Scully joins Jamie to explode the myths surrounding Ireland's central contracting model. We track the financial squeeze forcing James Lowe to Japan, rate Clayton McMillan’s tough debut season at Munster, and explain why the All Blacks hold the ultimate psychological edge.
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Hurricanes Jordie Barrett during the Hurricanes v Brumbies, Super Rugby Pacific match, One NZ Stadium, Christchurch, New Zealand. Saturday, 25 April 2026. (Photo by Martin Hunter / action press)
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We are diving straight into the high stakes Super Rugby semifinals. Nigel Yalden joins the studio to break down whether Jono Gibbes has the European experience to push the Chiefs past their final hurdle hurdle. We analyze Damian McKenzie shaking off his head knock, audit the All Black bolter credentials of Isaac Hutchinson, and explain why Friday night's clash with the Crusaders is pure appointment viewing.
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Chiefs Damian McKenzie celebrates a try during the Chiefs v Reds, Super Rugby Pacific Qualifying Final match, FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. Saturday, 6 June 2026, (Photo by Aaron Gillions / action press)
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The Rugby Roundtable is completely locked in for a brutal semifinal weekend. Mark and John join the desk to unveil our 2026 All Black bolters and debate whether Brad Shields deserves the midweek captaincy in South Africa. We pull the rip cord on the absolute collapse of the Blues, expose the structural flaws in the current playoff system, and break down Tony Brown’s massive early appointment.
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Highlanders Lucas Casey during the Highlanders v Hurricanes, Super Rugby Pacific match, Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin, New Zealand. Friday, 20 March 2026, (Photo by Michael Thomas / action press)
Chiefs Isaac Hutchinson scores a try during the Chiefs v Reds, Super Rugby Pacific Qualifying Final match, FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton, New
Zealand. Saturday, 6 June 2026, (Photo by Aaron Gillions / action press)
Crusaders Jamie Hannah during the Crusaders v Blues, Super Rugby Pacific Qualifying Final match, One NZ Stadium, Christchurch, New Zealand. Saturday, 6 June 2026, (Photo by Martin Hunter / action press)
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The Super Rugby semifinals are here, but unfortunately, every single Australian team is watching from the couch. Australian Rugby Commentator Sean Maloney and Brett McKay of the 8/9 Rugby Podcast join the show for a brutal, no-nonsense reality check on the state of the game across the Tasman. We break down the structural failures of the competition, lineout crises, and the massive international season ahead.
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Reds Carter Gordon during the Chiefs v Reds, Super Rugby Pacific Qualifying Final match, FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. Saturday, 6 June 2026, (Photo by Aaron Gillions / action press)
Warratahs Lawson Creighton during the Highlanders v Waratahs, Super Rugby Pacific match, Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin, New Zealand. Saturday, 9 May 2026, (Photo by Michael Thomas / action press)
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Martin and Jamie dive into a massive qualifying finals mailbag to address the feedback surrounding Super Rugby CEO Jack Mesley's appearance. We look at the verified data showing double-digit crowd growth across New Zealand stadiums, break down why the All Blacks still outrate the Warriors on Sky, and analyze how to manage Ardie Savea's massive workload.
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We're checking in with one of the real standout stars of the Crusaders as the team heads into a massive knockout clash at Te Kaha. Leicester Faingaʻanuku joins the show to chat about his radical positional shift into the loose forward pack. We look at his stint up north in France, the mental challenge of juggling two completely different positions, and what it takes to stop a dangerous Blues outfit.IMAGE CREDIT: Crusaders Leciester Fainga'anuku during the Reds v Crusaders, Super Rugby Pacific match, Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, Australia. Saturday, 11 April 2026, (Photo by Tertius Pickard / action press)Crusaders Leicester Fainga’anuku warms up during the Blues v Crusaders preseason match, Super Rugby Pacific, Onewa Domain, Auckland, New Zealand. Friday, 6 February 2026, (Photo by John Cowpland / action press)
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We are officially strapped in for the Super Rugby qualifying finals. Martin Devlin sits down for a couple of massive, back-to-back exclusive interviews with Queensland Reds head coach Les Kiss and Brumbies assistant coach Ben Mowen. We talk mental warfare, handling iffy weather, and why the regular season counts for absolutely zero once the do-or-die footy kicks off.
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Reds coach Les Kiss during the Reds v Crusaders, Super Rugby Pacific match, Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, Australia. Saturday, 11 April 2026, (Photo by Tertius Pickard / action press)
Reds Lukhan Salakaia-Loto takes a line out ball during the Reds v Crusaders, Super Rugby Pacific match, Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, Australia. Saturday, 11 April 2026, (Photo by Tertius Pickard / action press)
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Hurricanes assistant coach Cory Jane joins the show ahead of their massive sudden-death quarter-final against the Brumbies in Wellington. We tackle the fallout from the heavy Crusaders loss, why the squad is ignoring the favorites tag, and how a brutal preseason strategy built around their 22-meter defense is paying off. Plus, we hear why Ruben Love is tracking toward a world-class future.
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Hurricanes Fehi Fineanganofo during the Blues v Hurricanes, Super Rugby Pacific match, Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand. Saturday, 16 May 2026, (Photo by Blake Armstrong / action press)
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It’s qualifying finals time! Martin and Jamie break down the stats and structures for the massive three-match schedule. We look at the top-form Hurricanes locking down key talent, the massive front-row injury headache threatening the Crusaders’ fortress, and a historic 1990s punch-up.
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Chiefs Seuseu Naitoa Ah Kuoi during the Chiefs v Blues, Super Rugby Pacific match, FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. Saturday, 30 May 2026, (Photo by Stringer / action press)
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Let’s be honest, people love to paint a negative picture about crowd sizes, but the numbers tell a very different story. Martin sits down for an exclusive chat with Super Rugby CEO Jack Mesley as the competition heads into the finals. We dive into the double-digit attendance growth across New Zealand, how the game outrates the Warriors on Sky, and the ongoing government funding battles for Super Round.
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Jack Mesley Chief Executive Officer of Super Rugby Pacific speaks before presenting Moana Pasifika captain Ardie Savea his player award during the Hurricanes v Moana Pasifika, Super Rugby Pacific match, Sky Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand. Saturday, 31 May 2025, (Photo by Marty Melville / action press)
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It's Roundtable time on DSPN, and we are laying down the 34 names for our All Blacks side. Martin, John Day, and Mark Watson don't fanny around with these three tests, debating the 19-15 forward split and why Dave Rennie needs to see this team under load before facing South Africa. We break down the front row anchors, settle the loose forward mix, and explain why a stint in the northern hemisphere officially proved what New Zealand rugby fans have known for ages about Rieko Ioane.
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All Blacks Ethan DeGroot during the match between New Zealand and South Africa in the Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship at Mt Smart Stadium, Auckland, Saturday, July 15, 2023. (Photo by Lynne Cameron / action press)
Hurricanes Fehi Fineanganofo points during the Waratahs v Hurricanes, Super Rugby Pacific match, Allianz Stadium, Sydney, Australia. Friday, 6 March 2026, (Photo by Steven Markham / action press)
Blues Anton Segner during the Blues v Reds, Super Rugby Pacific match, One NZ Stadium, Christchurch, New Zealand. Saturday, 25 April 2026. (Photo by Martin Hunter / action press)
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