Scary Walsh prediction from Maroons camp
The prospect of playing in front of 80,000 screaming Blues fans isn’t expected to trouble Reece Walsh, with teammates predicting the fullback will only get better over the next few years.
State Of Origin
‘Not unusual’: NRL rebuff critics of NSW Tedesco move
Queensland fans might not be happy with the Blues bringing back James Tedesco, but they must have short memories.
Origin player rankings: Why Maroons have edge over Blues
DEAN RITCHIE has analysed the form of every NSW and Queensland player for Game 1 of the series for a definitive player rankings list. HAVE YOUR SAY.
‘Gutted for him’: Edwards loss hits Origin teammates
Losing Dylan Edwards just days out from the State of Origin series opener isn’t a complete disaster given his replacement but it’s still a setback for his teammates.
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Revealed: What’s on Origin’s most famous boom box?
Jarome Luai and Brian To’o were the talk of Origin after their debuts — and their post-match antics had fans in raptures as they crashed an interview in style.
NRL savaged over ‘gutless’ Origin farce
The NRL has been accused of “PR and spin” after an ugly hit exposed its crackdown promise as little more than just empty words.
NRL’s chilling Origin promise comes true
The NRL has delivered on the promise that its crackdown on illegal contact would continue to be enforced in the State of Origin arena.
Why Maroons got it very wrong even before game started
Vanquished coach Paul Green vows to learn from his Origin coaching debut smashing and pinpointed an improved preparation as key to his side turning the tables in Brisbane later this month.
Johns: How the Blues outsmarted predictable Maroons
Both teams’ game plans were evident from the first set, and only one was going to be a winning strategy. MATTY JOHNS breaks down where Origin I was won — and lost.
Palmer’s dubious claim after QLD mauling
Clive Palmer couldn’t resist the opportunity to poke fun at Queensland Rugby League after Wednesday’s embarrassing Origin defeat.
Blues wary of Suncorp Stadium hoodoo
The Blues are on a high following a big win over Queensland, but Brad Fittler’s men know the job is far from done as they head to Suncorp Stadium.
Folau would have saved Origin annihilation
A staunch supporter of Israel Folau’s return to rugby league, Clive Palmer insists the Maroons would have been helped by the former international.
Kicking Cam insists ‘there wasn’t much to it’
He may have avoided a ban but questions continue to be asked whether Cameron Munster can control his emotions under pressure after an ugly incident in Origin I.
TV ratings: How fans reacted to return of mid-season Origin
NSW won the battle on the field but how did it play out in TV land? The ratings are in for the State of Origin series opener.
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