‘World class’ Hamiso shuts down Turbo thanks to Hannay
Queensland centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow says assistant coach Josh Hannay gave him the template to shut down Tom Trbojevic in a perfect defensive Origin display.
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Slater lauds Queensland spirit in famous Origin triumph
Coach Billy Slater is lauding the Queensland spirit, saying it underpinned a gripping 26-18 win against NSW in the State of Origin opener in Adelaide.
High stakes game for Fittler as NSW bid to save series
Brad Fittler gambled with his NSW team selection and now the Blues coach is going to have to go for broke to save the Origin series against Queensland.
Cotter credits Qld’s ‘Cyclone’ plan for Origin heroics
Queensland forward Reuben Cotter shone for most of the 26-18 win over NSW in a position he'd never played before in club footy after his best mate was injured.
Slater’s bold Maroons selection calls vindicated
Queensland's decisions to select Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Reece Walsh were criticised but both players were brilliant in the Maroons' State of Origin I victory.
Queensland strike Hammer blow in State of Origin opener
Queensland have defeated NSW 26-18 in the State of Origin opener at Adelaide Oval in front of 48,613 fans to take a 1-0 lead in the series.
Frizell no-try controversy for NSW in Origin
NSW forward Tyson Frizell was denied a try that Queensland assistant coach Cameron Smith felt should have been awarded in the State of Origin opener.
Gilbert dislocates shoulder in Queensland’s Origin win
Queensland prop Tom Gilbert dislocated a shoulder and NSW star Tom Trbojevic was concussed during the State of Origin opener in Adelaide.
‘If I play on, I want to stay with Warriors’ – Johnson
Warriors halfback veteran Shaun Johnson has indicated he will only play with the Auckland-based club, if he plays at all, next NRL season.
Cleary to wait and see on Penrith’s Origin players
Penrith found success resting players during last year's State of Origin period and coach Ivan Cleary is considering a similar approach this time around.
Oates return gives Broncos boost ahead of Sharks clash
The return of winger Corey Oates has given Brisbane a lift as centre Herbie Farnworth returns to Cronulla, the scene of his 2019 NRL debut.
Ryles snubs Dragons, returns to Storm as NRL assistant
Jason Ryles has rejected St George Illawarra's offer to become head coach from 2024, instead re-joining Melbourne as an assistant.
Origin debut bittersweet for record-breaking Southwell
Jesse Southwell is set to etch her name into State of Origin history but the occasion will be bittersweet as sister Hannah watches on from the casualty ward.
Blues must win ruck to claim opener: Fittler
NSW coach Brad Fittler says it's up to his side, not referee Ashley Klein, to determine the pace of the game as the Blues prepare for Origin 1.
Webcke’s 1998 Origin I play a template for Maroons
Former Maroons hitman Peter Ryan says Reuben Cotter and Tom Gilbert are most likely to deliver a match-winning 'effort play' like Shane Webcke 25 years ago.
Pangai primed to make instant Origin impact: Fittler
NSW State of Origin coach Brad Fittler is confident Tevita Pangai Jr will keep his emotions in check in the heat of battle.
South Sydney’s Graham back after NSW Origin injury blow
South Sydney centre Campbell Graham is back in the team for his club side, after missing NSW State of Origin selection through injury.
Tigers to focus on own game as Raiders rest Croker
The Wests Tigers will focus on their own game to try to keep their winning momentum as Canberra opt to rest their skipper so he can reach a milestone at home.
Blues out to apply pressure on Maroons rookie Walsh
Brad Fittler says NSW want to take Queensland State of Origin debutant Reece Walsh to uncomfortable places at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday night.
‘Big shoes to fill’: Slater backs tyros post- Papalii
Coach Billy Slater has tipped Tom Flegler and Reuben Cotter to fire for Queensland in the State of Origin as they look to fill the gap left by Josh Papalii.
‘Do your duty’: Maroons embrace ‘Tosser’ Turner legacy
Queensland players will wear an inspiring phrase coined by Maroons 'Godfather' Dick 'Tosser' Turner on the inside of their collar in Adelaide on Wednesday.
Crunch period for Warriors begins against Dolphins
The Warriors are looking to bounce back from a close defeat to Brisbane in a historic first game against the Dolphins.
Kiwis Olympic medallist Warbrick extends Storm deal
Bustling winger Will Warbrick, who won an Olympic medal in sevens rugby with New Zealand, has re-committed to league and extended his NRL deal with Melbourne.
Fittler lauds Mitchell as NSW star sits out Origin I
A calf injury has forced South Sydney and NSW superstar Latrell Mitchell to pull out of State of Origin I in Adelaide.
Blues ready to unleash the beast that Slater created
Nicho Hynes' rise to a NSW Origin berth has been rapid and Queensland coach Billy Slater had a major role in the playmaker's development.
Blues debutant calls for decider game in women’s Origin
A NSW Blues Origin debutant says the NRL should add a third game to the women's Origin format after the series was expanded to two matches.
Burgess battle set Young on path to debut Blues berth
Canberra back-rower and new Blue Hudson Young has shown throughout his career he won't be intimidated easily.
Anderson ‘overwhelmed’ with NRL support after accident
Top NRL names have teamed up to launch a new fundraising initiative for former coach Daniel Anderson after he was left a quadriplegic from a surfing accident.
Assistant coach Ryles ready to fly from Roosters: Keary
Veteran Luke Keary says Jason Ryles is ready to take the step up into a senior coaching role just as other Sydney Roosters assistants before him have done.
‘Can’t plan for Munster’: Lewis crowns Maroon magician
Queensland's greatest No.6 Wally Lewis explains why Cameron Munster is unique in the modern Maroons outfit and why he will fire in the State of Origin opener.
Hunt, Maroons not fazed by Mitchell omission
Queensland hooker Ben Hunt has enjoyed a smooth State of Origin build-up and played down the impact of NSW star Latrell Mitchell's late withdrawal.