DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network • 23 June 2025

Tony Johnson: Crusaders 'Strangled' Chiefs with their 'Defensive DNA' in Super Rugby Pacific Final win

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In this lively post-final debrief, DSPN host Martin Devlin and Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson dissect the Crusaders’ gritty 16-12 Super Rugby Pacific win over the Chiefs. TJ insists the Chiefs didn’t choke, they just got their oxygen supply cut off! The Crusaders’ defensive DNA, home-ground muscle, and big-game smarts proved the difference. Marty tips his hat to Clayton McMillan’s Chiefs for restoring their mana, but laments their inability to close the deal - again. The pair also look back on a season packed with Aussie surprises, fast-paced footy, and referees finally letting games breathe.

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