Billy Slater hits back at Reece Walsh haters
Maroons coach Billy Slater has defended Broncos star Reece Walsh, backing him to live up to his million dollar price tag and reach 200 first grade games for Brisbane.
State Of Origin
How Maguire’s ‘glasshouses’ barb galvanised NSW
For Michael Maguire, the sanctity of the Blues jumper is not only worth preserving but defending. In the wake of Origin victory, the NSW coach opens up on how standing up for his players helped create an unbeatable Blues bond.
VOTE: NSW Blues and Sky Blues player of the series
After a hoodoo-breaking NSW Blues series win at Suncorp Stadium and a record-breaking Women’s Origin series for the Sky Blues, we’ve picked our nominations for the player of the series. CAST YOUR VOTE.
Walsh comes clean on unseen Sua’ali’i act
The rugby league world could forgive Reece Walsh for holding a grudge against the rugby-bound Joseph Sua’ali’i after his Origin 1 KO.
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Bruise Brothers: The NSW enforcers ready to meet fire with fire
Zac Lomax has wrestled and rolled with UFC light-heavyweight Jimmy Crute and held his own with Alex Volkanovski – so how does he stack up against the ranks of NSW’s Origin enforcers.
Best given greenlight for Origin decider in major boost for NSW
Michael Maguire confirmed that Bradman Best is ‘ready to go’ for the State of Origin decider after the star centre trained with the full NSW squad on Saturday. WATCH THE FOOTAGE.
‘No fear factor’: Maroons shake off NSW legend’s criticism
Queensland’s forwards were dominated by their NSW rivals in Origin II, and one of the Blues’ best has taken the opportunity to remind the Maroons middles of that fact.
Origin stars behind the wheel: First, current and dream cars
While the road to the State of Origin decider has been one of twists and turns, we take a moment to look into how our Origin stars are navigating the actual roads, with some of NSW and Queensland’s biggest stars divulging their first, current and dream cars.
Billy Slater’s seven State of Origin coaching commandments
Leadership, fearlessness, faith and trust; Queensland coach Billy Slater opens up on the coaching philosophy that is driving Queensland towards a rare Origin hat-trick.
‘There’s a higher purpose’: Slater gets what ‘Queenslander’ means
Billy Slater knows that his job as coach of Queensland goes far beyond X’s and O’s, it’s about ensuring his players realise just how special it is to wear Maroon, writes BRENT READ.
‘I was scared of him’: How Maguire won over the Blues
Michael Maguire’s eye-watering sprays and unmatched intensity have cost him jobs in ‘club land,’ but at representative level what causes fear for lesser players is exactly what the elite need to succeed.
Maroons mail: Injured star cleared, Ponga plan revealed
Maroons star Harry Grant has been cleared for the Origin decider after surviving a physical training session, while Billy Slater gave fans an insight into how he will unleash Kalyn Ponga.
Crichton clash: From Kennards Hire to ‘whacking’ his little Blues brother
He spent countless hours “whacking” Stephen Crichton in backyard footy games as kids. It’s why Christian refused to go soft when marking his brother at a Blues opposed session.
Sport Confidential: Maroons great teases Origin retirement
The Origin decider may be the last time two veteran Queenslanders play for their state, David Fifita’s selection heartbreak and a surprise PNG expansion stance.
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