Man wanted by police after State of Origin assault on Caxton Street

It was a great State of Origin on Caxton Street for most – but not all – on Wednesday night.

A fight in a packed-out pub left one man in hospital, and police were still hunting another.

Thousands of fans descended on the iconic sporting strip to watch the Maroons win a famous 24-12 victory.

A man was hit on the head and hospitalised around the time Harry Grant was scoring on half-time for Queensland. Credit: Getty Images

The fight allegedly broke out minutes before Harry Grant would score a decisive try under the posts to send Queensland into half-time with a 20-point lead.

A 31-year-old Morningside man was allegedly hit on the head, suffering a serious injury.

He was taken to Royal Brisbane Women’s Hospital for treatment in an unknown condition.

Another man believed to be his alleged attacker fled the scene, and has not been seen since.

“Detectives are appealing for information,” a statement released by police on Thursday evening said. “Investigations are continuing.”

Anyone who saw the alleged assault or who has relevant information was urged to come forward.