Buzz vs Crash: Origin on trial if ‘looney-lacking’ Maroons lose
Robert “Crash” Craddock and Phil “Buzz” Rothfield spar ahead of State of Origin II, with the blowtorch firmly on Billy Slater as NSW seeks a series-winning triumph in the west.
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‘Heart breaks’: Widow reacts to Slater storm
The widow of former Queensland coach Paul Green has opened up about the impact of Billy Slater’s comments in the lead-up to State of Origin.
‘Unnecessary’: Aaron Woods hits back at Slater’s remarks
Former NRL star-turned radio host Aaron Woods has stood by his “grub” sledge against Billy Slater, and argued the Queensland Origin coach went too far with his emotional retaliation.
Blues’ emerging NRLW halves duo inspire U19s Origin victory
The NRLW stars of tomorrow were on display as the Blues claimed victory over Maroons in the under-19s Origin, with playmakers Kasey Reh and Evie McGrath giving Dragons and Tigers fans reasons to be excited for the future.
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Crichton boost for Blues, Haas racing clock to prove fitness
In-form NSW centre Steve Crichton has allayed any concerns over a nagging groin problem. However, prop Payne Haas still has a few hurdles to clear if he’s to run out for the Blues in Origin I.
Qlder Mary Fowler’s bombshell defection to NSW Blues
Mary Fowler was born and raised in Cairns but the Matildas star is ditching Queensland ahead of the Origin series, with boyfriend and Blues champion, Nathan Cleary, confirming the defection.
Silent Blues: Two NSW stars enforce Origin media bans
The NSW Rugby League has backed two of the state’s biggest names enforcing a blanket media ban ahead of the first State of Origin game. All the latest news from Blues camp.
‘Keep them away’: Coach defends Origin ban
Two NSW star players have vowed to go silent in camp in a telling move ahead of the State of Origin series opener next week.
Thurston drama as NSW star’s ban emerges
Queensland legend Johnathan Thurston is back in the spotlight with new details emerging from his altercation with a NSW star.
How a ‘Neville Nobody’ can save these Queensland underdogs
He’s responsible for the greatest upset in State of Origin history. Now Paul ‘Fatty’ Vautin must be parachuted into Camp Maroon to convince this Queensland side that every (under) dog has its day, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
Revealed: Why Maroons debutant rejected Wayne Bennett
It was a brave decision from Robert Toia to say no to advances from NRL super coach Wayne Bennett and a return to his junior club. However, it’s ultimately a call that paved the way for his Maroons debut.
NRL clubs robbed by archaic State of Origin rule
For the second straight year, an outdated State of Origin system has robbed Canterbury of one of its most important players. DAVID RICCIO reveals an easy fix to end the madness.
Qld camp chaos: Maroons star trapped in NSW
NSW has landed an early blow on Queensland, with the state’s wild weather delaying the arrival of a superstar Maroon. WATCH Billy Slater unveil his 2025 Maroons squad.
Slater gives journo a lesson in blunt exchange
There was one particular question that irked Billy Slater as the Queensland coach explained his controversial selection gamble.
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