Episode 177: What Dave Rennie Told Martin Devlin About the All Blacks

Episode 177: What Dave Rennie Told Martin Devlin About the All Blacks

May 18, 2026 · 1h 4m · Season 1 · Episode 177

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The episode features Martin Devlin discussing insights from Dave Rennie about the All Blacks' strategy and preparations for the upcoming tour.

Three journalists were in the room with Dave Rennie and CEO Steve Lancaster at NZR HQ in Auckland. Martin Devlin was one of them.Rennie has a word for what he wants from this team. He has a number every player must hit. He already has a starting XV in mind for the first game in South Africa. What he said in that room has not been reported anywhere else.Martin Devlin is back on the Lekker Rugby Pod, and this is the first of many conversations as we build toward the Greatest Rivalry Tour. We will also be joining Martin on the ground in South Africa for live events during the tour. More details coming soon.On this episode, MW Welman and Harry Jones sit down with Martin to hear what the new All Blacks coach said behind closed doors, and what it means for the tour..

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