Michael Maguire pointed to one moment, but Dylan Edwards’ selection over James Tedesco goes much deeper. These are the incredible numbers behind one of the biggest selection calls in State of Origin history.
A former NSW coach has floated a conspiracy theory to explain Billy Slater’s divisive decision to axe one of Queensland’s biggest stars.
Broncos coach Kevin Walters suggested livewire fullback Reece Walsh needed to take a “chill pill” earlier this month – but Maroons mentor Billy Slater will be hiding the bottle from his custodian.
Billy Slater has addressed the media to discuss the Maroons team for the State of Origin opener — including David Fifita’s axing, Tom Dearden’s recall and the latest Queensland debutant.
Not only will Melbourne Storm’s premiership campaign take a hit after injuries to a star pair but it could have State of Origin implications too.
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.
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.
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’.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
After starting the season with a bang, a Paramatta dynamo has emerged as a State of Origin bolter.
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