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It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform

It"s Only Sport (IOS), hosted by multi-award winning sports broadcaster Martin Devlin and produced by Lachlan Waugh, brought to you by The Platform. IOS is the only truly independent sports radio show in New Zealand.Catch the best bits of every show as well as a collection of interviews with the biggest names in New Zealand sport uploaded every weekday, as Martin brings his unique blend of wisdom, enthusiasm and humour to tackle the hottest sporting news and topics.Head along to The Platform website

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11:13

Harry Plummer: Blues first-five on possible All...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/31

Harry Plummer - first-five for the Blues - joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport ahead of his side's massive Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Chiefs in Auckland on Saturday evening, to round out their regular season. A bonus-point win for the Blues will guarantee them the top seed once the finals series begins, but anything less may not be enough if the Hurricanes can bag themselves a bonus-point win over the Highlanders on Saturday afternoon. Plummer has been one of the standout performers of

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58:40

It's Only Sport best of | May 30

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/30

On today's podcast, It's Only Sport host Martin Devlin dedicates almost all his time to rugby with a couple of massive stories swirling, including the New Zealand Rugby governance reform vote. At the special general meeting (SGM), the Provincial Unions voted against the initial proposal to make all nine NZR board directors independent, and in favour of their own proposal, that specifies three directors must have experience serving on a provincial board.Devlin kicks things off though with a sermon

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17:18

Rob Nichol, David Moffett discuss Provincial Unions...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/30

Votes have been cast, and the Provincial Unions have rejected the first proposal to change New Zealand Rugby's governance at the governing body's special general meeting (SGM) on Thursday. The PU's have instead voted in favour of the second proposal, which requires at least three of NZ Rugby’s nine board directors to have experience serving on a provincial board. The first proposal - backed by the likes of the NZR Players' Association, the majority of the NZR board, and the New Zealand Māori Rugby

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18:02

Peter Hillary: Remembering Sir Edmund and Tenzing...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/29

Peter Hillary - New Zealand mountaineer and son of Sir Edmund Hillary - joins Martin Devlin in a very special interview on It's Only Sport. 29th May 2024 marks 71 years to the date that Sir Edmund and Tenzing Norgay became the first two to reach the top of Mount Everest. Peter Hillary himself has climbed the mountain twice - he and Devlin discuss the significance of Sir Edmund's ascent back in 1953, what it's like climbing Everest including the toll it takes on your body and the feeling you get when

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51:02

It's Only Sport best of | May 29

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/29

On today's podcast, It's Only Sport host Martin Devlin focusses on two topics of differing themes - the upcoming New Zealand Rugby special general meeting (SGM) around its governance, and Sir Edmund Hillary's ascent up Mt Everest on this day in 1953. First off, Devlin delivers a sermon talking about the NZR SGM and predicting that despite a meeting of much significance, nothing will change anytime soon around how the governing body is run.Then, Moana Pasifika coach and former All Blacks captain Tana

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15:37

Tana Umaga: First year coaching Moana Pasifika &...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/29

Tana Umaga - former All Blacks captain and now coach of Moana Pasifika - joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport ahead of the final round of the Super Rugby Pacific regular season. Moana Pasifika mathematically have a chance at qualifying for the finals but need to win away to the Crusaders and hope other results go their way. Umaga talks to Devlin about their season and the improvements on their 2023 campaign, how Moana Pasifika differs from other Super Rugby sides in how it operates, how they can

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56:12

It's Only Sport best of | May 28

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/28

On today's podcast, It's Only Sport host Martin Devlin puts his versatility to the test, with a handful of guests joining the show to debate and pontificate rugby, the NBA, Grand Slam tennis, and more. First off, Devlin delivers a sermon dedicated to the brilliance of Rafael Nadal. The 22-time major winner and 14-time French Open champion is out of the second Grand Slam of the year, after a first-round loss to Alexander Zverev. Speculation is growing that he may have played his last tournament at

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13:33

Todd Blackadder: Ex-All Black claims first title of...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/28

Todd Blackadder - former All Blacks and Crusaders captain, and Crusaders coach from 2009-2016 - joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport, after guiding his side to victory in the final of the Japan Rugby League One competition. Blackadder's Toshiba Brave Lupus defeated the previously unbeaten Panasonic Wild Knights - who are coached by Robbie Deans - 24-20 in a tightly contested decider, handing Blackadder his first ever trophy as a head coach. The 52-year-old talks to Devlin about how sweet victory

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10:42

Tony Kemp: Warriors' impressive win over Dolphins,...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/27

Tony Kemp - ex-Warriors coach, Kiwis representative and co-host of the Rugby League Hour - joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport to recap all the main results and storylines from the NRL's 12th round of 2024. An undermanned Warriors made it back-to-back wins, coming from behind to beat the Dolphins 24-20 in Auckland, and now sit just three points outside the top eight. The Penrith Panthers, Manly Sea Eagles, Sydney Roosters and Canterbury Bulldogs were among the weekend's other winners. Kempy and

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53:37

It's Only Sport best of | May 27

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/27

On today's podcast, It's Only Sport host Martin Devlin crouches, binds and sets himself into a jam-packed show recapping another massive weekend in sport. First off, Devlin delivers a sermon listing off his winners and losers from the past three days, including the Warriors, rugby referees, Manchester United, and more.Then, former All Blacks halfback and current rugby commentator Justin Marshall recaps the penultimate round in Super Rugby Pacific, questioning referee decision in the

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6:52

Curt Cavin: Josef Newgarden wins wild Indy500, first...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/27

Longtime IndyCar journalist Curt Cavin joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport, recapping the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500. Josef Newgarden secured his second successive Indy500 win with a last-lap pass on young Mexican Pato O'Ward to take the chequered flag. It's the first time since Hélio Castroneves in 2002 that a driver has won back-to-back races, and the victory also hands team owner and Indianapolis Motor Speedway chairman Roger Penske his 20th win in the "Greatest Spectacle in

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15:50

Justin Marshall: Hurricanes edge Chiefs in thriller...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/27

Justin Marshall - 81-test veteran of the All Blacks, and now renowned rugby commentator on Sky Sport - joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport, recapping the penultimate round of the Super Rugby Pacific regular season. Key results include the Hurricanes edging the Chiefs 20-17 in a thriller in Hamilton and the Crusaders keeping their season alive with an entertaining 29-27 win over the Blues in Christchurch. Marshall and Devlin focus on the 'Canes' tight victory and a couple of questionable

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9:30

Greg Martin: Super Rugby Pacific, useless NZ Rugby...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/23

Greg Martin - former Wallabies fullback, and now a breakfast host for Triple M in Brisbane - joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport as he does every Thursday. Two simple-minded, middle-aged men talking about men's things. This week, Marto and Marty talk about the former having the house to himself with his wife away on holiday, the Reds' chances of getting wins in their final two regular season games in Super Rugby Pacific, more issues at New Zealand Rugby, and more.

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53:04

It's Only Sport best of | May 23

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/23

On today's podcast, It's Only Sport host Martin Devlin tackles a big sports story bubbling away in New Zealand involving Crusaders coach Rob Penney, a journalist, and the 'c' word.This calls for a sermon, with Devlin offering his thoughts on Penney being caught out describing a journalist as a "c***", after he was pressed hard by said journalist with questions surrounding his job security. Who's at fault? Is this a storm in a teacup? What is the relationship between sport and the media in New

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9:31

Jordie Barrett: Chiefs-Hurricanes preview, where he...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/23

All Blacks and Hurricanes utility back Jordie Barrett joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport, ahead of his side's massive Super Rugby Pacific match away to the Chiefs in Hamilton. A win for the 'Canes would keep the pressure on the top-of-the-table Blues, while a victory for the Chiefs aids in their pursuit of a top two finish on the ladder. Barrett talks about the implications the Chiefs clash could have on their season, what they've learnt from losses to the Brumbies and Blues so far this year,

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14:14

Colin Mansbridge: Crusaders CEO on Rob Penney's...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/23

Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport, shedding more light on the fallout from a Wednesday press conference where coach Rob Penney used a swear to describe a journalist. Penney was being pressed hard by the reporter with questions around his job security. Once the stand-up wrapped up, Penney said "he's a disgrace that c***" to a colleague, without realising third-party devices were still recording. Mansbridge goes in-depth on the press conference, why he instead of

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11:40

The ATM podcast with Mark 'Watto' Watson | episode 84

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/22

It's tiiiiime! Mark 'Watto' Watson and It's Only Spot host Martin Devlin combine forces to deliver episode 84 of the ATM (Apologise to Me!) Podcast, where the pair discuss and debate a variety of sporting topics that are making waves in New Zealand and around the world. On this episode, Watto and Marty talk about the New Zealand Rugby Players' Association threatening to breakaway from the provincial unions and manage the professional game separately, the Warriors getting their NRL season back on

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52:18

It's Only Sport best of | May 22

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/22

On today's podcast, It's Only Sport host Martin Devlin has overcome a stomach bug and is back in the hosts chair, with a massive show to boot. Firstly, Devlin delivers a sermon on the New Zealand Rugby Players' Association threatening to breakaway from NZ Rugby and manage the professional game in a new entity. Is this greed from the players, and is it getting out of control? Why are fans always an afterthought in situations like these?Then, Devlin is joined by an Australian rugby league great turned

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9:40

Mitchell Hansen: Minnesota Timberwolves advance to...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/22

Mitchell Hansen - NBA and WNBA reporter for Canis Hoopus and Winsidr - joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport to discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves advancing to their first NBA western conference finals series in 20 years. The Wolves knocked out the Denver Nuggets in game seven of their semifinals series, coming back from as many as 20 points down to win 98-90 on the road. Hansen talks to Devlin about how much noise the Wolves are creating in the state of Minnesota right now, whether or not people

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10:52

Mark Evans: Fijian Drua CEO on future of Super Rugby...

It"s Only Sport podcast | The Platform ·

2024/05/22

Fijian Drua CEO Mark Evans joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport, shedding light on his role and his thoughts on the current make-up of Super Rugby Pacific. Evans was hired in the job in October 2022, and has previously held senior roles at Saracens, Harlequins and the Melbourne Storm. He talks to Devlin about the financial success (if any) of the Drua, how he would improve the Super Rugby competition, and more.

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