Queensland's Maroons overcame an early blunder by Tom Flegler and a head injury scare for Cameron Munster to defeat the NSW Blues in Game II of the State of Origin series. Selwyn Cobbo scored a hat-trick in the dominant performance.
Queensland's State of Origin coach Billy Slater opted not to use Reece Walsh as fullback despite an early head injury assessment for Cameron Munster. Selwyn Cobbo scored a hat-trick in the Maroons' dominant win over the Blues.
The New South Wales Blues suffered a devastating 44-24 loss to Queensland in Origin II, collapsing after an early lead and now face a series decider at Lang Park. Coach Laurie Daley's tactical decisions and player performance came under heavy scrutiny following the team's inability to capitalize on talent, mirroring past failures.
The New South Wales Blues suffered a devastating 44-24 loss to Queensland in Origin II, collapsing after an early lead and now face a series decider at Lang Park. Coach Laurie Daley's tactical decisions and player performance came under heavy scrutiny following the team's inability to capitalize on talent and maintain discipline.
Queensland Maroons secured a commanding 44-24 victory over the NSW Blues in State of Origin II at the MCG, igniting with 36 points in the second half to force a series decider at Lang Park. Captain Cameron Munster and hat-trick scorer Selwyn Cobbo were instrumental, while Sam Walker's perfect kicking display earned him player of the match.
Queensland Maroons secured a dominant 44-24 victory over the NSW Blues in State of Origin II at the MCG, scoring 36 points in the second half to force a series decider. Captain Cameron Munster and hat-trick scorer Selwyn Cobbo were instrumental, with Sam Walker named player of the match.
Live updates from State of Origin II between NSW Blues and Queensland Maroons. NSW leads 12-8 at halftime after tries from Mark Nawaqanitawase and a late try from Trent Loiero for Queensland. Victor Radley is on report for a high tackle.
Ethan Strange is slated to play in the back-row off the interchange bench for the NSW Blues in State of Origin II. Coach Laurie Daley intends to utilize Strange's strengths as a strong runner of the ball.
Queensland captain Cameron Munster believes Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will honor his late father, Fereti, in State of Origin II. Fa'asuamaleaui rejoined the Maroons camp after his father's passing from cancer, with Munster drawing parallels to his own experience losing his father during the 2022 series.
Queensland players are offering full support to Tino Fa'asuamaleaui following the death of his father, Fereti, after a battle with cancer. Fa'asuamaleaui is with his family in Queensland, but has indicated he wants to play in the upcoming State of Origin clash.
Queensland players are offering full support to prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui following the death of his father, Fereti, after a battle with cancer. Fa'asuamaleaui is with his family in Queensland, though he has indicated a desire to play in the upcoming State of Origin clash.
Casey McLean has been ruled out of the second State of Origin match due to a fresh leg injury sustained at NSW training. Uncapped player Mark Nawaqanitawase is a leading contender to replace him for the clash at the MCG.
NSW drops Haumole Olakau'atu for State of Origin II, calls up Dylan Lucas for Blues debut
NSW loses Stephen Crichton to shoulder injury for State of Origin II; Mitchell Moses's hamstring injury puts his participation in doubt, with Isaiya Katoa on standby.
NSW coach Laurie Daley has given Mitchell Moses a deadline to prove his fitness for State of Origin Game 2, naming him in the squad despite a hamstring injury. The Blues lead the series 1-0. Queensland coach Billy Slater recalls Reece Walsh to the Maroons squad.
Queensland coach Billy Slater anticipates no issues between Cameron Munster and Kalyn Ponga in camp despite their on-field melee, and justifies Reece Walsh's recall to the bench for State of Origin II amid the Broncos' losing streak.
Pat Carrigan and Gehamat Shibasaki, both of Queensland and the Brisbane Broncos, have been ruled out of State of Origin II due to injuries sustained in recent matches. Carrigan faces 3-4 weeks out with a syndesmosis injury, while Shibasaki will miss 5-6 weeks with a grade two MCL injury, sidelining him for the rest of the series.
Queensland Maroons coach Billy Slater remains non-committal on Reece Walsh's potential State of Origin II recall after a narrow 22-20 loss to NSW, despite Walsh's omission from Origin I. The series' fate hangs in the balance ahead of game two in Melbourne.
Queensland Maroons captain Tamika Upton is among three key players sidelined with injury for the final Women's State of Origin game. Uncapped Destiny Mino-Sinapati and Lillian Yarrow are called up as replacements.
For the second straight year, the NSW Blues can secure the Women's State of Origin shield in Game II, with the Maroons trying to defend home turf in Brisbane. Follow live.
Queensland opts to name a squad, rather than a final line-up, for Women's State of Origin II, with NSW expected to hand a debut to powerful Roosters forward Rima Butler.
