Maguire lauds Latrell impact on Blues’ Origin focus
Michael Maguire is lavishing praise on Latrell Mitchell for the added x-factor he will give the NSW State of Origin side.
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Slater-Maguire feud adds spice to Origin build-up
Michael Maguire and Queensland counterpart Billy Slater insist they remain on good terms after the NSW coach kicked off a war of words.
Maroons No.1 Walsh won’t carry demons at MCG: Slater
Queensland coach Billy Slater says Reece Walsh is ready to fire in the State of Orgin clash at the MCG with no self-doubts from his game one concussion.
Warriors star sidelined again after humbling NRL defeat
The Warriors will look to bounce back from their heavy NRL loss to Gold Coast without veteran halfback Shaun Johnson, who will miss at least the next month.
Jobless ex-NRL star avoids conviction for AVO breach
Former NSW State of Origin player James Roberts has been told to prove an AVO breach was out of character as he avoids a conviction.
Dolphin warming to sunny Redcliffe after lukewarm start
Dolphins centre Jake Averillo says the sunny Queensland weather has helped him adapt to his new home after a difficult start to his first season at Redcliffe.
Fifita backed by Tino to regain his Maroons jersey
David Fifita had a blinder for Gold Coast against the Warriors, and injured Queensland prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is backing him to return to the Maroons side.
Maroons plan Hammer and Lightning raid on NSW
Queensland are preparing to unleash fullback Reece Walsh and centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow on NSW in a State of Origin one-two punch for the ages.
Maroons will Axe MCG hoodoo to repeat 1995: Gillmeister
Queensland great Trevor Gillmeister captained the Maroons to their only Origin win at the MCG in 1995 and says Daly Cherry-Evans will break the 29-year-hoodoo.
Edwards’ debut puts Penrith’s dynasty among the greats
Penrith's 2021 premiership-winning squad has joined the likes of Brisbane in the early 2000s and St George Illawarra of 2011 to have 13 State of Origin players.
Meninga backs Tedesco but keeps close eye on Origin
Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga will watch State of Origin closely, as NSW look to recreate history from 1994 at the MCG when they levelled the series.
Galvin pleads for Utoikamanu to stay with him at Tigers
Lachlan Galvin is using Wests Tigers' 48-24 flogging of Canberra to convince fans he wants to stay at the club, and now wants Stefano Utoikamanu to follow suit.
‘I’ve been lacking’: Broncos’ Piakura vows to lift game
Brisbane second-rower Brendan Piakura was in the Queensland camp for Origin I but his form since has been down and he intends to fire against the Warriors.
Moses demanding best from Blues says NSW playmaker Luai
Jarome Luai says Mitchell Moses has been calling the shots in the NSW State of Origin team, taking control as the Blues try to level the series at the MCG.
Hunt wants to Cook up a new deal at Dragons
St George Illawarra captain Ben Hunt is edging closer to inking a contract extension and says the signing of Damien Cook has him excited about the future.
‘Latrell not in our heads’: Hunt responds to Joey barb
Queensland hooker Ben Hunt has hit back at Andrew Johns' claims that NSW centre Latrell Mitchell has them rattled ahead of the MCG State of Origin showdown.
Legacy on the line as Latrell braces for Origin return
Latrell Mitchell returns to the NSW side at the MCG on Wednesday with the Blues down in the series and his great State of Origin legacy on the line.
Little trace of Fittler’s bold Blues era start at MCG
The last time State of Origin visited Melbourne, Brad Fittler ushered in a new era of Blues with 11 NSW debutants. Very few will return for another MCG bout.
Conditions won’t dampen NSW spirits in women’s decider
NSW struggled to adapt to wet conditions in the second women's State of Origin match and more rain is forecast on the night of the decider.
Maroons prop Cotter the ‘Little Big Man’ of Origin
Queensland's Reuben Cotter is one of the smallest props the Maroons have fielded but his giant heart and motor has him ready to take on behemoth Payne Haas.
Welch’s words boost Titans skipper Tino in ACL rehab
Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui insists he will be back to his best after knee surgery, crediting advice from Christian Welch for his recovery.
Emotional Doueihi shed a tear after try on return
Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi says he felt no nerves when ending his 441-day recovery from a third ACL rupture, but did shed a tear after scoring a try late.
‘Not a tough football team’ – Stuart blasts his Raiders
Ricky Stuart has savaged his Canberra side after their 48-24 loss to Wests Tigers, labelling them not tough enough and saying players are taking soft options.
Tigers end 1464-day Campbelltown drought as teens star
Two of Wests Tigers' brightest Campbelltown teenagers have helped to end the club's 10-match losing run in the region, in a 48-24 win over Canberra.
Brave Campbell broke Titans records with hand injury
Gold Coast are sweating on scans of No.6 Jayden Campbell's hand after he was injured early before scoring a record 26 points in the 66-6 win over the Warriors.
Why Barnett can thank Knights exit for Origin call-up
NSW forward Mitch Barnett believes getting out of his comfort zone by moving to the Warriors helped him to the verge of the State of Origin arena.
Maroons ‘destroyer’ Carrigan ready to go extra Myles
Queensland great Nate Myles, now team manager, is loathed in NSW but his legacy for Maroons lock Pat Carrigan is a reminder about State of Origin standards.
Munster gives Dearden faith MCG will be field of dreams
Queensland No.6 Tom Dearden has been leaning on the boundless belief of Cameron Munster ahead of his vital State of Origin assignment at the MCG.
Put faith in Mamouzelos at No.9, Cook tells Souths
Peter Mamouzelos is the perfect choice to be South Sydney's long-term No.9, reluctant Rabbitohs departee Damien Cook insists.
Roosters scrambling for backs as Pauga ponders long ban
A lengthy suspension for Fetalaiga Pauga over a high hit on Canterbury fullback Connor Tracey has left the Sydney Roosters with a riddle to solve at centre.
Crichton stands out from pack to be on cusp of history
A pledge to no longer rely on other players after leaving Penrith for Canterbury has put Stephen Crichton in career-best form for the Bulldogs and NSW.