Penbo: These wild Origin scenes are bad news for AFL
There’s a clear reason why 83,000 fans in Sydney on Wednesday is a more potent spectacle than 100,000 in the MCG in September, writes David Penberthy. Have your say.
State Of Origin
Why Cleary’s post-game act is more important than ‘owning’ Origin
A simple act by Nathan Cleary following the Blues’ devastating series loss proved he is not just a great footballer, but a great human, writes BRENT READ.
State of Origin great fighting for his life
A Queensland State of Origin great and legendary cult hero is fighting for his life after receiving a cruel health diagnosis.
Billy’s new deal to lead Maroons dynasty
Billy Slater is the game’s hottest coaching talent and the Maroons are keen to lock-up their mentor following his Origin masterclass before desperate NRL clubs come sniffing.
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Shattered Cleary’s shock Origin admission
The narrative around Nathan Cleary is that he’s never been able to own the big moments in State of Origin. Now the man himself has spoken.
‘F*** off’: Origin ends in Ch9 trainwreck
Queensland Origin legend Darren Lockyer has had 90 seconds of live TV hell thanks to an inaugural Origin player going rogue in the sheds.
Cleary axed, only one man can save NSW now
The Blues produced an all-time choke job on Wednesday night in the Origin series decider – now one bombshell call must be made.
‘I needed 10 per cent of him’: Munster’s heartfelt tribute to late father
Cameron Munster looked to the heavens when he led the Maroons out for the Origin finale and asked his late father for energy – 80 minutes later he revealed the toll the week had taken upon him.
‘We weren’t good enough’: NSW blew it big time
The Blues will spend the next 12-months wondering what the hell went wrong, as Queensland Maroons coach Billy Slater orchestrated a remarkable comeback to beat NSW on their home turf.
Devoid of ideas, embarrassed: State of Origin player ratings
Queensland has reclaimed the State of Origin shield as the Blues were left to lament a series that slipped away. So who failed to hit the mark for the Blues? Check out our Game Three player ratings.
‘Ban for life’: NSW star in disgusting incident
An investigation has begun after a NSW star was involved in an ugly post-match incident following the State of Origin series decider.
Cleary’s sad Origin confession as Daley demands second chance
Nathan Cleary has proven himself to be the best player on the planet for the past five years – but he’s made a shock admission about his Origin legacy.
Why Blues’ loss could be the darkest in their Origin history
After their game one dominance, it seemed a formality that NSW would lift the Origin shield. What transpired was Laurie Daley and the Blues being out-coached and outclassed as they contrived to lose a series that they had no right to lose.
The six changes NSW must make to restore state pride in 2026
After surrendering a 1-0 series lead to hand Queensland the shield in front of their own fans, it’s time for some tough decisions at the NSW selection table. These are the six changes the Blues must make in 2026.
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