Keary kept in NSW camp as Hynes urged to get some sleep
NSW have kept Luke Keary in camp for an extra day, while the man who predicted Nicho Hynes's injury says the tired-looking Blues halfback appears to need sleep.
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16,000 reasons flying winger can take off in Origin II
Queensland-based NSW star Jaime Chapman was jetting back and forth before Origin I but is back on solid ground ahead of the crucial second game of the series.
‘I had no choice but to drop Ravalawa’, says Flanagan
Shane Flanagan says not even St George Illawarra's decimated outside backs could save Mikaele Ravalawa from the axe at the Dragons, given the winger's form.
Jarome Luai moves on from Origin spat with Reece Walsh
Ahead of his NSW comeback, Jarome Luai has downplayed speculation he could find himself at the centre of another blue with Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh.
Fotuaika braces for Origin rumble in house of Payne
Queensland prop Moeaki Fotuaika and NSW front-rower Payne Haas were schoolboy destroyers in the same team but now brace for an epic mate v mate Origin battle.
Cowboys hope to keep Coen Hess for life after new deal
Injured forward Coen Hess has signed a new contract with North Queensland that will keep him at the club long-term.
Origin call sparks no second thoughts for Suaalii
Sydney Roosters star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii says playing State of Origin won't prompt him to rethink his three-year deal to move to rugby union.
Moses kicks right back into gear as Eels sink Sharks
Mitchell Moses barely missed a beat on his return for Parramatta, setting up two tries in a 34-22 win over Cronulla.
Blues’ Robson ready to ‘hate’ his Cowboys teammates
Reece Robson typifies the 'mate against mate' mantra of State of Origin more than most, and he's ready to unsaddle his North Queensland colleagues in maroon.
Moses magic make Eels feel NRL season far from over
A returning Mitchell Moses has given Parramatta hope their race is not run in the battle for a top-eight spot on the NRL ladder.
In the pink: Origin period makes Penrith a star factory
Penrith have used recent State of Origin series to blood the next generation of stars, with two more ready to rise and shine during this year's series.
Matt Burton’s Origin absence frustrates Bulldogs
Cameron Ciraldo is disappointed Canterbury will miss the services of Matt Burton, after the five-eighth was named as 18th player for NSW in Origin I.
Moses stars on return as Eels sink Sharks
Mitchell Moses barely missed a beat on his return for Parramatta, setting up two tries in a 34-22 win over Cronulla.
Talk of Origin series win taboo for NSW women
NSW women are heavy favourites to clinch a State of Origin series win, but Kylie Hilder and her squad aren't focused on making history.
Blake Cavallaro named Bulldogs’ first NRLW coach
Former NSW U19s women's coach Blake Cavallaro will take charge of Canterbury's inaugural NRLW team from next year.
The moment when Hammer truly knew he belonged in Origin
Queensland flyer Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has rare gifts but it was a match-turning try in Adelaide for the Maroons last year that filled him with Origin belief.
Su’A credits Bennett, Flanagan for Maroons recall
Queensland forward Jaydn Su'A is back in the State of Origin arena and credits two of his favourite coaches and former enforcer Ben Te'o for inspiring him.
Luai ready to lead as Hynes gets through NSW training
NSW halfback Nicho Hynes has increased his involvement at State of Origin training, while Jarome Luai has gone from axed half to the Blues leadership group.
Returning Bulldog Sexton gives social media the boot
Toby Sexton is ready to take his chance as Canterbury's first-choice halfback after deleting social media to dedicate himself to his NRL return.
Coyne’s miracle try inspiring Maroons 30 years later
Mark Coyne has reflected on the key State of Origin lessons from his 1994 miracle try for Queensland as current Maroons reveal why it can drive them to success.
Walsh ‘excited’ to resume Origin feud with Luai
Queensland fullback Reece Walsh and NSW No.6 Jarome Luai have already clashed explosively in State of Origin and the Maroon is keen for more heated battles.
Early days under Madge steel McInnes for his NSW debut
Cameron McInnes will come full circle when he makes his State of Origin debut under Michael Maguire, who handed him his NRL debut back in 2014.
‘It just happens’: Cotter spills on 80-min secret
Reuben Cotter's ability to impact a game without being substituted has allowed Queensland coach Billy Slater to get creative with his State of Origin bench.
‘I was once a lock’: Cobbo stirs up Maroons Hornet nest
Queensland utility Selwyn Cobbo can cover fullback, wing and centre but has revealed he was once a lock and will fill any role coach Billy Slater has for him.
‘Untouchable’ NSW duo wait as Hynes sits out training
Nicho Hynes failed to train in the first hit-out for Michael Maguire's new-look NSW State of Origin side.
Trindall’s Sharks return ends ‘uncomfortable’ saga
Cronulla playmaker Braydon Trindall has learned a "painful" lesson and is ready to return to the NRL, says coach Craig Fitzgibbon.
DCE opens up on ‘good question’ about Maroons future
Queensland skipper Daly Cherry-Evans says his State of Origin availability remains a "year-by-year" decision but he is still loving every minute of it.
Failed Fifita signing won’t impact Crichton’s next move
Angus Crichton has stated he has no ill-feeling towards the Sydney Roosters over the botched signing of David Fifita, as he weighs up re-signing with the club.
Olakau’atu hopes NSW fans forgive him for Maroons post
Haumole Olakau'atu grew up supporting Queensland in State of Origin, but the NSW debutant insists he now bleeds blue.
Father’s drug charges never swayed Haas Origin focus
Payne Haas has been contending with plenty off the field in recent weeks, but missing State of Origin never crossed the star prop's mind.
Braydon Trindall has point to prove on NRL return
Cronulla five-eighth Braydon Trindall will line up in Nicho Hynes' absence for his first game since failing roadside drug and alcohol tests.