Teen sensation dropped in NSW Origin team shake-up
NSW are desperate to reverse a run of Origin losses and have turned to a brand new halves combination ahead of Game 1, forcing out Newcastle’s two-time premiership-winning halfback.
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Bolt from the Blue: Crichton’s journey from park footy to Origin believer
Just over 12 months ago, Angus Crichton ran out onto suburban Henson Park in front of a small crowd watching from up on the famous old hill. Now the Roosters forward is in the frame for a fairytale Origin comeback.
The new King: Walsh hailed NRL’s biggest star since Wally
Reece Walsh has been hailed rugby league’s biggest rock star since Wally Lewis, as statistics show he is as dominant as Billy Slater at the same stage of their careers.
Maroons blow: Dolphins star joins Origin casualties
Queensland coach Billy Slater is facing an injury crisis in his quest for a hat-trick of series wins, with Dolphins enforcer Tom Flegler the latest Maroons star to join a growing casualty ward.
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The player Blues are happy to excuse from Raiders ruin
Despite his Raiders suffering from the dreaded ‘here we go again’ syndrome and languishing outside the top eight, Jack Wighton ‘has lost no ground’ and remains firmly in Origin contention.
Storm star’s bombshell contract admission
Harry Grant has been in stellar form since returning to the Storm this year but the hooker has one goal on his mind as the season progresses.
‘I’ve reflected on the dumb things I’ve said and done’
Tevita Pangai Jnr admits he should have listened to his dad and not rushed a decision on representative football, and is now hoping Brad Fittler ‘will throw my hat into the Blues ring’.
Coaches to create history in Origin showdown
The women’s game is the fastest growing part of rugby league and this year’s State of Origin match at Sunshine Coast Stadium will contain another first for the code.
Queensland’s forgotten man ready for Origin call up
He’s flown under the Origin radar for years but Corey Thompson could be in line for a dream debut after running rings around the Maroon incumbents.
The big AFL challenge to rugby league’s showpiece game
Collingwood and Essendon set a post-COVID crowd precedent on Anzac Day at the MCG. Can this year’s opening State of Origin at the same venue eclipse it?
The two huge selection dilemmas confronting Blues
A lack of depth in key positions is keeping Brad Fittler up at night and may even force him to deploy players out of position in the upcoming State of Origin series.
Panthers back To’o for Origin debut
Brian To’o’s Panthers teammates believe the electrifying winger could be the man to help NSW reclaim the shield this State of Origin series.
Debutant in mix for QLD’s most contentious spot
After starting the season with a bang, a Paramatta dynamo has emerged as a State of Origin bolter.
Fresh blood: Broncos recruit to make shock debut
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has backed his newest recruit to handle his Broncos baptism after rushing the hooker into his 17-man squad for the clash with Parramatta in Darwin.
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