NSW superstar struck down, Luai to return
Jarome Luai is set to be called on to make his State of Origin return after the Blues were rocked by a star’s shock blow at training.
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Mastermind’s Last Word: The week of the Dragon slayer
The NRL SuperCoach Mastermind gives his last word on tactics for round 15, Nicho’s amazing numbers + the full SuperCoach watchlist.
Origin back-up rater: Perth travel creates SuperCoach carnage
State of Origin 2 takes place in Perth next week which will make it tough for many players to back up. But plenty are still rated decent chances.
The Maroons blunder that is now etched in Origin folklore
The Maroons have had their courage questioned in a way no other Queensland side have before, writes MATTY JOHNS, which is why NSW would be foolish to not expect a fight in Origin II.
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Plot to quietly rebrand footy team revealed
A Queensland institution has quietly submitted a major change to its branding, in a move that could drain the colour from the state’s flagship NRL team.
Blues relaxed on first full day of Origin II camp
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Leniu stirs up QLD fans in fiery footage
State of Origin: Spencer Leniu couldn’t resist having a crack at the Queensland fans during the Blues’ warm-up for Origin Game 1.
Blues players on different training loads at first session
Dean Ritchie reports on New South Wales’ first training session in the state’s Blue Mountains ahead of State of Origin game two.
Buy, Hold, Sell: Cheapie you can’t ignore for big bye
The second big bye is here and it’s all hands on deck with Origin players out and seven teams on the break. But there’s one player you simply can’t miss out on.
The Cobbo rumour that blindsided Bennett
Wayne Bennett has a proven track record of saving NRL careers, but the South Sydney supercoach has ruled out offering a lifeline to off-contract Brisbane star Selwyn Cobbo. See why here.
Sexton or Mahoney – Galvin to force exit
NRL: Toby Sexton and Reed Mahoney are both in the firing line after Lachlan Galvin’s epic debut for the Bulldogs.
‘Make an impact’: Big man’s Origin plan clear
Limited opportunities in his State of Origin debut have made the plan clear for Stefano Utoikamanu, who is seeking redemption in his return for NSW.
Watch: NRL legend’s daughter on cusp of Dallas Cowboys stardom
Indianna Carroll, the 27-year-old daughter of former rugby league enforcer Mark ‘Spudd’ Carroll, is just 54 places from creating a piece of Australian sporting history.
Unseen footage: Inside Leniu run-in that cemented his villain status
NSW teammates have given an incredible insight into the sideline moment Spencer Leniu cemented his place as the state’s chief villain. Watch the footage and hear from his Blues bench partners.
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