We Slept On It. This All Blacks Win Deserves More Credit

Yesterday, the finish felt flat. This morning, the All Blacks’ 43–21 win over the Wallabies looks a whole lot better. Martin Devlin is joined by former All Black Ant Strachan and Jamie Wall in Sydney for the morning-after verdict. With time to watch it back, the conversation shifts to what that stunning first half revealed about where this team is heading. Ant breaks down the carrying, cleanouts, quick ball and decision-making behind the attacking performance. Jamie explains why the reshuffled midfield and players stepping up deserve more credit. Plus, we hear from Dave Rennie on why he’s backing this attacking style for the World Cup, and Neil Barnes on the competition building within the squad. On the agenda: • Is this the clearest sign yet that the All Blacks’ attack is clicking? • Can Peter Lakai, Ardie Savea and Wallace Sititi fit into the same loose forward trio? • What happens when an opponent shuts down the quick ball? The Plan B debate. • What the injury disruptions reveal about New Zealand’s growing depth. • Why TMO interventions and lengthy stoppages need a clearer explanation. Has a night’s sleep changed YOUR verdict? Tell us what you think, and pick your loose forward trio in the comments. Subscribe to DSPN and join the rugby conversation. Brought to you by HBO Max. All Killer. No Filler. #AllBlacks #Wallabies #BledisloeCup