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.
Broncos fullback Reece Walsh has lauded teammate Payne Haas for his candid assessment of the team's poor performance. Haas's forthright comments after a fourth consecutive loss have sparked internal discussions, with Walsh emphasizing the importance of such honesty for leadership and team improvement.
Reece Walsh acknowledges his form hasn't met Queensland's State of Origin standards, accepting his omission from the squad. He vows to work harder for the Broncos to earn a recall.
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.
Despite Reece Walsh's talent, Billy Slater omitted him from the 2025 State of Origin decider due to inconsistency and errors, opting for more stable players. Walsh's career has been marked by brilliant highs and concerning lows, making him a risky pick for crucial matches.
Despite Reece Walsh's past brilliance, Billy Slater opted against him for Origin Game III due to inconsistency and errors, favoring a more stable lineup. Walsh's form for the Broncos has been mixed, leading to his omission.
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.
James Tedesco has been selected as New South Wales's fullback for the State of Origin series opener, replacing Dylan Edwards. The Sydney Roosters captain's strong form secured his spot over Edwards, who started last year's series. The NSW team features six debutants, while Queensland also names new faces and backs Sam Walker at halfback.
The Broncos are welcoming back Reece Walsh and Pat Carrigan against the Roosters tonight, after the Canberra Raiders took care of business on the Gold Coast. Follow live.
The Broncos are welcoming back Reece Walsh and Pat Carrigan against the Roosters tonight, after the Canberra Raiders took care of business on the Gold Coast. Follow live.
As the Broncos welcome back Reece Walsh and Pat Carrigan, the Roosters give Cody Ramsey his first NRL minutes since 2022. Follow live.
