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Billy Slater did not hold back when asked about being called a “grub” by Aaron Woods.

‘I’m not done yet’: Emotional Slater launches furious response to Woods ‘grub’ sledge

Maroons coach referenced his late predecessor Paul Green in a stunning attack on the former Blues forward in Perth on Tuesday.

  • Christian Nicolussi

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Nathan Cleary: the conversations rarely stop for the champion halfback.

Nathan Cleary doesn’t just listen to the voices in his head. He talks back

The NSW No.7 can find himself in the middle of a sold-out Origin match or with a grand final on the line. And his biggest priority is winning a conversation with himself.

  • Dan Walsh
Stephen Crichton buries Reuben Cotter.

A beautiful defensive mind: How Stephen Crichton can mark two players at once

The game’s best defensive centre gave an exhibition of his brilliance in Origin I. This is what goes through his head when facing down an opposition attack.

  • Dan Walsh
Grand final protagonists Cameron Munster and Liam Martin in Sydney on Thursday.

Liam Martin missed an easy shot to Munster’s ribs in game one. He’s vowed not to miss in Perth

Liam Martin missed a golden opportunity to put a decent shot on Cam Munster’s exposed ribs in Brisbane. The new Queensland captain won’t be as lucky in Perth.

  • Christian Nicolussi
The moment Brian To’o suffered his latest hamstring injury

Blues keep To’o in cotton wool after hamstring scare

NSW medicos have revealed that Brian To’o suffered a fresh hamstring injury playing for Panthers.

  • Christian Nicolussi
Connor Watson

It’s a dirty job, but whoever does it best can decide who wins Origin

They’re the best No.14s in the business, and Connor Watson and Kurt Mann will play crucial roles off the bench on Wednesday night.

  • Robert Dillon
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Birth of Origin

The forgotten Blues from the birth of Origin

The State of Origin concept began 45 years ago. Everyone remembers Arthur Beetson and his Maroons, but what of the NSW players who played in the historic opener? 

  • Dan Walsh, Robert Dillon and The Visual Stories Team
From the masterminds to the mad men, the Blues have a diverse but necessary group of players.

Maniacs, introverts and the yin and yang of an Origin side

From wild-eyed props to quiet, contemplative playmakers (who end up just as willing to throw hands after a few beers), Laurie Daley has assembled an eclectic, cohesive NSW side.

  • Dan Walsh and Billie Eder
Bulldogs general manager Phil Gould

With the Bulldogs under fire, Ciraldo asked Gould to address the team. This is what he said

Phil Gould says the Bulldogs’ enemies are trying to divide and conquer after Lachlan Galvin’s arrival at the club. Gould has seen this movie before.

  • Danny Weidler
Payen Haas

How Payne Haas helped end Laurie Daley’s first spell in charge of NSW

Payne Haas once helped the Queensland Maroons prepare for an Origin game by playing the role of Andrew Fifita in training. He wishes he never had.

  • Christian Nicolussi

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