Blues name bolters in Origin teams stunner
The NSW Blues have named their squad for the State of Origin series decider and Laurie Daley has made some seriously bold calls.
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‘No mate’: Slater explains bombshells
Billy Slater has defended his decision to overlook Reece Walsh for the State of Origin decider, revealing one key detail.
Selection stunner: Train-and-trial Bronco handed Maroons debut
From a train-and-trial deal at the Broncos to a State of Origin decider with the Maroons – Billy Slater will drop the biggest selection bombshells in series’ 45 year history. See the Maroons side.
Alfie 2.0: Retired Maroons star set for bombshell Origin return
Queensland coach Billy Slater has sensationally recalled Josh Papalli for the State of Origin decider – two years after the prop dropped a bombshell by retiring from the Maroons team. See the likely team.
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‘Pull the trigger’: Andrew Johns says Slater must make DCE call
Maroons coach Billy Slater is under pressure to save the Origin series after a crushing Queensland loss, and some star players could be about to pay the price.
Nightmares, poor options, tone setter: State of Origin player ratings
NSW is one win away from back-to-back State of Origin series triumphs while the Maroons are feeling the heat, but who stood up and who fell off the pace? Check out our expert player ratings and have your say!
NSW pull off 27-year first as Blues sink Maroons at Suncorp
NSW has drawn first blood in the 2025 State of Origin series, beating Queensland in back-to-back games at Suncorp Stadium for the first time since 1998.
Leniu blasts Queensland over kick-off act
Queensland fans got to vent their anger at Spencer Leniu, but the enforcer responded with a fierce spray in the Blues’ game one win.
Vote now: Who is Qld’s most hated NSW Blues villain
From smug sledgers to serial grubs, rule-benders to microphone-hogging commentators, the NSW Blues have produced plenty of villains. Now it’s time to vote for your most hated.
Maroons run scared in Newcastle as Blues chase whitewash
While the Blues are chasing the first Origin whitewash in two decades, Queensland and their coach Tahnee Norris have opted to shut up shop ahead of Game 3 in Newcastle.
NRLW star warns why women’s game can’t rush full-time contracts
Lauren Brown firmly believes full-time professionalism is the future for the NRLW, but the solution isn’t rushing into it overnight. The Maroons star warns that expanding too fast can have detrimental impact beyond the field.
Expert Origin predictions: First try-scorer, MOTM, winning margin
NSW go into the State of Origin opening game as favourites, but not all our experts are convinced the Blues can get the job done in enemy territory. See all the predictions and have your say.
Blues boost: NSW star shakes off injury concerns, cleared for Origin
The NSW Blues have received a massive boost on the eve of State of Origin game one, with Stephen Crichton shaking off an injury concern.
Buzz v Crash: Blues, brawls, and an Origin lacking punch
It’s the most wonderful time of year as State of Origin arrives, but this year’s build-up is lacking some punch. Buzz and Crash go head to head on Origin’s biggest rivalries ahead of the opener.
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