'He Changed the Game' - Tony Johnson Reflects on Stu Wilson & his Iconic All Blacks Career

Stu Wilson, a trailblazing All Blacks back and beloved rugby character, has passed away at 70. In a heartfelt chat, Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson and DSPN host Martin Devlin reflect on Wilson’s legacy, from revolutionising wing play with his sharp lines and angles, to his iconic tries and larrikin charm. Known for his humour both on and off the field, Wilson was a standout figure in NZ rugby and later on TV. The pair also react to the news of NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson stepping down, after a challenging six-year tenure. With COVID, Silver Lake, and the Ian Foster saga behind him, Robinson leaves amid ongoing change, prompting big questions about who’s next to steer the ship. A seismic day for New Zealand rugby. You can find the full interview with TJ on rova, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 00:00 Introduction 01:05 Devlin’s Personal Memories of Stu and Bernie 01:34 Iconic Tries: France 1977 & Wales 1978 02:16 Stu’s Unique Playing Style and Rise to Fame 03:00 Legendary Performances vs Springboks, Lions & More 03:43 The Book Deal That Sparked Retirement 04:01 Stu’s Dressing Room Comedy Routines 05:31 Life After Rugby and His Sudden Passing 06:40 Mark Robinson resigns as NZR CEO 08:55 Conclusion #allblacks #rugby #nzrugby #sportspodcast #rugbypodcast #springboks #springboksrugby #superrugby #superrugbypacific Website: rova.nz/podcasts/dspn-devlin-sports-podcast-network Instagram: @martindevlin_dspn TikTok: @martindevlin_dspn YouTube: @DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork