The Queensland Maroons, known for their attacking flair, lost the Origin decider 30-12 to the NSW Blues. Despite early promise, ill-discipline and key moments saw them trail significantly by halftime, and a late try sealed their fate.
The NSW Blues achieved a historic upset victory against the Queensland Maroons in the deciding Origin match, winning 30-12 at Suncorp Stadium. Nathan Cleary was instrumental, scoring two tries and kicking five goals to secure the Man of the Series award.
New South Wales leads Queensland 18-4 at halftime in Game III of the State of Origin series. Despite a strong start from Queensland, NSW scored three tries to build a significant lead. Key moments include Bradman Best's controversial try and injuries to James Tedesco and Jack Bostock.
Queensland hosts New South Wales in a winner-takes-all Game III of the State of Origin series at Lang Park. The Maroons aim to leverage their historical advantage at home against the Blues, who have a mixed record in Brisbane deciders.
Cameron Munster seeks to honor Queensland Origin greats by leading the Maroons to a series victory against NSW in Brisbane. Having learned from legends like Thurston, Cronk, Smith, and Slater, Munster aims to captain the Maroons to a home series decider win.
Queensland Maroons coach Billy Slater will continue in his role on a handshake basis after his current contract, stating he won't sign another. He aims to inspire Queenslanders and will remain as long as he enjoys it or until the Queensland Rugby League finds a better candidate.
Latrell Mitchell has been ruled out of State of Origin III due to a calf tear, a significant blow to NSW's chances of winning the series. The injury occurred at a South Sydney training session, sidelining him just as he was hoping to return from a previous back issue.
Max Plath emerged as a key figure in Queensland's State of Origin series-flipping victory, embodying the Maroons' spirit with his versatile performance off the bench. His impact was evident as Queensland outscored NSW significantly during his playing time.
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.
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 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.
Cameron Munster has never won a State of Origin match in Melbourne, despite a decorated career with the Maroons. As Queensland faces a series decider, Munster has a final chance to break this duck in his adopted hometown, aiming to cement his legacy as a modern Queensland hero.
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.
Kalyn Ponga suffers neck injury but likely to play in State of Origin; Xavier Coates ruled out for season with Achilles injury
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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.
NSW Blues overcome a 20-6 deficit in the last 18 minutes to defeat Queensland Maroons 22-20 in State of Origin I, with James Tedesco's late try and Nathan Cleary's conversion securing the win after Kalyn Ponga's controversial send-off reduced the Maroons to 12 players.
NSW Blues recover from 20-0 deficit to beat Queensland 22-20 in State of Origin I, with Nathan Cleary scoring a try and kicking three goals, including the winner with a minute left.
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.
Cameron Munster prepares to lead Queensland in State of Origin Game I, still grieving the sudden loss of his father Steven, who died at 58 just before last year's series decider.
