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ABC Business·5/28/2026·🇦🇺Australia·Sports

Hudson Young's Arrival in State of Origin After Six Previous Appearances

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Hudson Young's State of Origin debut in 2023 was just the beginning of a unique journey. After six appearances with limited minutes, Young finally started for the NSW Blues in the 2026 series opener against Queensland, making a significant impact in their 22-20 win.

Young's playing style, which combines speed, strength, skill, and bravery, makes him standout among backrowers. He scored a try, made key passes, including one to Ethan Strange for a try, and completed a team-high 44 tackles. His performance was pivotal in the Blues' comeback.

Reflecting on his opportunity, Young emphasized the desire to consistently perform and make New South Wales proud. His teammate Strange had a debut for the ages, and Young was not surprised, having seen Strange's growth with the Canberra Raiders.

Despite the win, the series is far from over. Queensland, though down, is not out, and Young acknowledges the need for the Blues to improve their starts. With the next game at the MCG, Young is confident the best of NSW is yet to come, riding the emotion of their fierce comeback in Game I.

This article was originally published by ABC Business.

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