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.
Kalyn Ponga suffers neck injury but likely to play in State of Origin; Xavier Coates ruled out for season with Achilles injury
NRL supports referee Ashley Klein's decision to send off Kalyn Ponga in State of Origin I for a shoulder charge
Kalyn Ponga expresses regret over his send-off in State of Origin I, feeling responsible for Queensland's 22-20 loss to NSW after a shoulder charge on Tolu Koula led to his ejection, though he avoids a ban with a $6,900 fine.
NSW Blues overcome a 20-0 deficit to win State of Origin I 22-20, with James Tedesco scoring a dramatic late try; Queensland's Kalyn Ponga sent off for a shoulder charge, sparking controversy.
Kalyn Ponga has joined the Queensland State of Origin camp, expressing confidence in his fullback role. Coach Billy Slater selected Ponga over Reece Walsh, citing Ponga's career "sweet spot" due to maturity and improved understanding of preparation.
Billy Slater has backed Sam Walker to debut for Queensland at halfback, leaving Reece Walsh out of the State of Origin opener. Kalyn Ponga will start at fullback. NSW coach Laurie Daley has named six debutants, with James Tedesco reclaiming the fullback spot.
Newcastle Knights captain Kalyn Ponga was left stunned after his side's big win over St George Illawarra, being told Queensland will be without halfback Tom Dearden for State of Origin.
Kalyn Ponga and Bradman Best both return for the Knights as they host the rampant, free-scoring Rabbitohs at Hunter Stadium. Follow live.
Kalyn Ponga and Bradman Best both return for the Knights as they host the rampant, free-scoring Rabbitohs at Hunter Stadium. Follow live.
Kalyn Ponga and Bradman Best both return for the Knights as they host the rampant, free-scoring Rabbitohs at Hunter Stadium. Follow live.
Kalyn Ponga and Bradman Best both return for the Knights as they host the rampant, free-scoring Rabbitohs at Hunter Stadium. Follow live.
Kalyn Ponga and Bradman Best both return for the Knights as they host the rampant, free-scoring Rabbitohs at Hunter Stadium. Follow live.
Kalyn Ponga and Bradman Best both return for the Knights as they host the rampant, free-scoring Rabbitohs at Hunter Stadium. Follow live.
Kalyn Ponga and Bradman Best both return for the Knights as they host the rampant, free-scoring Rabbitohs at Hunter Stadium. Follow live.
