The trap NSW must avoid if they are to win Origin I
New South Wales boast an incredibly dangerous backline – but it’s what happens before the ball goes wide that will decide whether that weapon will wound the Maroons, writes MATTY JOHNS.
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Buzz: Reece Walsh punch video a TKO loss for Broncos
As far as rugby league scandals go, the Reece Walsh punch video is hardly the crime of the century. But, as PHIL ROTHFIELD explains, the timing of the incident is worth a 20-year sentence.
Mass NSW changes: Why Blues must snub To’o for ex-Wallaby
NSW coach Laurie Daley faces several tough selection calls ahead of State of Origin I. But, as DAVID RICCIO explains, Brian To’o must be one of eight changes to the victorious Blues team of last year.
Madge at his angriest: Inside explosive phone call with Buzz
It’s never a good idea to upset Broncos coach Michael Maguire – especially when he’s under pressure. Inside the explosive 15-minute phone call to address Brisbane’s pre-game Sydney Harbour cruise.
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‘Bad losers, bad winners’: Fan fury after Origin classic
There were cheers, tears, biffs and the usual claims of bias. The Origin decider had it all. HAVE YOUR SAY
Johns: Crichton tasked with silencing Walsh/Ponga double act
If anyone can stop the attacking geniuses of Reece Walsh and Kalyn Ponga down their favoured left side, it’s Stephen Crichton. Matty Johns analyses the key battles that will decide State of Origin game three.
The serious issue with Billy’s big calls for Origin decider
There’s a fear that Queensland’s changes for Origin III have nothing to do with them and everything to do with Michael Maguire and the Blues, DAVID RICCIO writes.
Matty Johns: Warning signs the Broncos can no longer ignore
The Broncos have failed to adapt their mindset while Adam Reynolds is injured and their NRL season continues to slip away. Soon, it will be too late to fix, MATTY JOHNS writes.
Buzz highlights, lowlights: Bennett’s sidestep from dual coaching role
The master of deflection has done it again, with Wayne Bennett’s attack on NRL refereeing shifting focus off his work for both the Dolphins and Rabbitohs. Plus, why Kevin Walters was right to rest players and more highlights and lowlights from the weekend of sport.
Zac Lomax’s decision to join the Eels just doesn’t add up
Zac Lomax has every right to be feeling confused and have more than an element of regret over his decision to quit St George Illawarra, writes DAVID RICCIO.
Origin: 20 humiliating moments that will motivate the Maroons
The Maroons should need no extra motivation heading into the Origin decider on home turf, but if coach Billy Slater is looking for some then these are 20 instances in which his team were bullied by the Blues at the MCG.
The Origin ‘magic number’ that predicts grand final success
Far from ruining a club’s hopes of playing grand final footy, State of Origin is the making of a grand final squad and David Riccio has the numbers to prove it.
Johns: The NSW sledge that got under Billy Slater’s skin
The gloves are off and don’t be fooled, Michael Maguire’s “glass houses” sledge would have really irritated Queensland coach Billy Slater MATTY JOHNS has declared.
$40 million not enough for Wests Tigers to continue Leichhardt legacy
The $40m injection into Leichhardt Oval might not be enough to tempt the Wests Tigers to play more than a token two matches per season at the historic ground going forward, writes BRENT READ.
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