‘I can’t be perfect’: Tedesco’s message for Origin haters
James Tedesco has responded to critics of his performance in the opening game of this year’s State of Origin series. Plus, Dean Ritchie on why bagging the NSW captain is “foolhardy”.
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Fans have same joke about Origin interview
A quick Darren Lockyer interview with Ben Hunt at halftime of State of Origin game one has seen fans all make the same joke.
‘He’s a bit weak’: Walsh called out after Origin hair pull dash
Queensland fullback Reece Walsh has put a target firmly on his back after one of NSW’s antagonists accused him of fleeing the scene of an alleged hair pull during the State of Origin opener.
Walsh: Do you think I’m tough now?
Reece Walsh says his State of Origin debut was the first faultless game of his first grade career and the Maroons fullback has sent a clear message to those still questioning his toughness.
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Legend on brink of 12-year Broncos return
Twelve years after his last game for the Broncos, dual international Karmichael Hunt is ready to answer Kevin Walters’ SOS.
‘He’s just wired differently. It’s scary how good he is’
He missed last year’s Origin due to injury but David Fifita is determined to make up for lost time and make life hell for the Blues. Certainly his teammates can’t wait.
Why Bulldogs fans can breathe easier over Fox
Relax Bulldogs fans. Things may not be going too well in 2021 but the current Blues winger is coming and ‘has no regrets at all’ about the prospective move.
Nine’s Origin shock: Gus and Fatty set to be overlooked
Phil Gould and Paul Vautin have been mainstays of Channel 9’s State of Origin commentary team but it appears that they may be missing for Wednesday night’s opener.
Eye-watering Townsville Origin price gouge
Townsville is set to cash in on the first State of Origin game to be held in the city with the business owners making the most of the visitors.
NRL legend calls Maroons’ selection bluff
An NRL legend believes the Maroons are about to pull off a shocking team selection heist ahead of the State of Origin opener in Townsville.
Pressure test: Cook determined to repay Freddie’s faith
Blues hooker Damien Cook admitted feeling a bit of pressure before edging out Api Koroisau to retain his No.9 jumper and he’s determined to rise to the occasion in the series opener.
Transfer Market: Broncos, Cowboys battle for Maroons star
Bitter rivals on the field, North Queensland and Brisbane are battling off it in the race for this versatile Maroon’s signature.
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