The Sydney Roosters defeated Brisbane 34-20 to maintain their undefeated NRLW streak, while Parramatta earned their first win against Canterbury and Gold Coast claimed a sixth consecutive victory over St George Illawarra.
The Sydney Roosters edged the Canterbury Bulldogs 20-18 in a tense NRL clash, while the New Zealand Warriors defeated the Penrith Panthers 28-12, leaving Panthers captain Isaah Yeo facing a potential season-ending injury.
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.
