Martin Devlin joins fellow Rugby Youtuber Mark Philpott as they dive into the current state of the All Blacks, discussing the performance of young players, the strategies in place, and the challenges they face ahead of the Northern tour. They address the lack of consistency in the All Blacks' backline and the importance of leadership on the field. Mark shares his journey to Mexico and his passion for rugby, leading to his creation of the United Rugby Fans Initiative, which aims to unite rugby enthusiasts worldwide to influence the sport positively. 01:22 Mark's Background and Journey to Mexico 03:05 Discussing the All Black Squad 05:43 Opinions on Player Selections and Strategies 10:27 Debating the Performance and Future of the All Blacks 18:03 New Zealand's Vulnerability and Reliance on Key Players 20:35 Challenges in the All Blacks' Back Line 23:02 Leadership Concerns on the Field 29:34 Upcoming Grand Slam Tour Predictions 31:06 Introducing United Rugby Fans Initiative Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn TikTok: @martindevlin_dspn

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