Expert State of Origin predictions: First try-scorer, Man of the Match, 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.
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Can Nathan Cleary finally stamp his authority on State of Origin or will Cameron Munster inspire Queensland to victory with a Wally Lewis-like performance?
The Blues head into the opening game of the series holding the money as firm favourites, but the underdog Maroons have seen this script before.
Our rugby league experts reveal their first-tryscorer, Man of the Match and winning margin predictions.
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