Slater says Maroons won’t be dictated to on kick-off
Queensland have rejected suggestions they should kick off towards Spencer Leniu for entertainment value, and that they are scared of the NSW prop.
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The legacy Maroons must learn from or perish in Perth
Queensland legend Cameron Smith was the master tactician who sunk NSW on multiple occasions and the Maroons must adopt his philosophies to win in Perth.
Bad news for Dolphins after record-breaking win
Dolphins forward Felise Kaufusi is set to miss two games for his shot on North Queensland's Tom Duffy.
Painful memories: Daley knows the Origin job not done
NSW can wrap up a second straight State of Origin series in Perth, but the way a teenage Payne Haas was once treated in Queensland shows why it won't be easy.
Crichton could easily be helping Blues prepare in Perth
In another world, Angus Crichton could be starting State of Origin week in Perth playing in an opposed session against NSW while representing the Western Force.
Maroons No.9 not interested in horror starting stat
Harry Grant has shot down concerns over his record as a starting hooker in State of Origin, with data showing the Maroons are better off with him on the bench.
Lightning jolts Souths to life but Bulldogs hang on
Lightning brought Canterbury's NRL clash against South Sydney to a standstill and appeared to welcome the Rabbitohs back into the contest.
Facial injury denies NSW reserve spot at Origin II
NSW are on the search for another reserve forward for State of Origin II after Keaon Koloamatangi was ruled out with a suspected eye-socket fracture.
Daley inspiration has Kiraz fighting for Origin dream
Jacob Kiraz has opened up on a conversation with Laurie Daley that inspired him to continue fighting for a State of Origin debut following two close calls.
Munster takes toughest carry in decades as captain
Cameron Munster's sudden rise to Queensland captain has left him with the toughest job of any Maroons leader in three decades ahead of State of Origin II.
‘Won’t beat them for 100 years’: Legend warns Maroons
Queensland face their worst losing run in State of Origin in almost 30 years and legend Chris Close has outlined the ramifications if they don't lift in Perth.
Knights confirm return of flying winger
After weeks of speculation, Newcastle have confirmed towering English winger Dom Young is returning to the club.
From rattled to Origin return: Blues prop’s wild month
Stefano Utoikamanu could have been forgiven for thinking his State of Origin chances were shot after a spray from NSW advisor Craig Bellamy at Magic Round.
NRL ‘just making up charges’ with Eels ref push: Moses
Parramatta captain Mitch Moses has slammed the NRL's decision to ban Dylan Brown for pushing a match official in the loss to Canterbury.
Daley wary of Alfie Langer-like threat from Dearden
Laurie Daley has compared Tom Dearden to Maroons great Alfie Langer, adamant NSW must be on guard for the Queensland No.7's running game in State of Origin II.
Mayday, Mayday: Wests Tigers answer Taylan’s call
Taylan May has turned down South Sydney and opted to make his NRL return at Wests Tigers, after signing a train-and-trial deal with the club.
Haas opens up on Broncos future, ‘weird’ Origin opener
Payne Haas has addressed his future at Brisbane as the superstar prop weighs up what will arguably be the biggest contract decision of his career.
Raiders lose star winger for up to three months
Canberra have been dealt a seismic blow with winger Savelio Tamale to miss at least 10 weeks, potentially opening the door for Jed Stuart to make his NRL debut.
Knights confirm playmaker’s long-awaited NRL return
Newcastle have turned to Jackson Hastings for their NRL clash against the Sydney Roosters, who have a playmaker of their own back from injury.
Why Dearden will turn to Cherry-Evans for Maroons tips
New Queensland halfback Tom Dearden is ready for the pressure of leading Queensland in Origin II in Perth, and will take notes from the man he's replacing.
Two more Dolphins stars ruled out for season
The Dolphins have lost key forwards Tom Gilbert and Daniel Saifiti for the rest of the season and are set to be without their four best forwards for 2025.
Utoikamanu moves to make Origin mark after 2023 tease
Stefano Utoikamanu has spent two years thinking about the fact he was teased by 12 minutes of State of Origin. A move to Melbourne helped earn a second shot.
Nose full of turmeric put tough Mann on Maroons path
Queensland utility Kurt Mann will become the Maroons' second oldest debutant, and his legendary toughness has its roots in a broken nose he once played with.
‘I won’t flinch’ – Sharks coach seeks derby turnaround
Coming off two heavy losses, Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon says he's learning from the past to help the Sharks return to their consistent best.
Origin star stops ‘creepy’ NRL teammate groping woman
Ex-NRL Brisbane player Teui "TC" Robati has been acquitted of two rape charges but admitted a sexual assault while on a night out with his then-teammates.
Maroons star’s damning stat that NSW ‘don’t care about’
Recalled Queensland veteran Kurt Capewell has missed 75 tackles in the NRL this year, more than any other player, but he explained why he is not concerned.
Kiraz called in as Blues star sidelined from training
NSW winger Brian To'o has been sidelined from training in the lead-up to State of Origin II after reporting hamstring soreness.
Angus Crichton calls out Maroons’ team-list mind games
NSW second-rower Angus Crichton has vowed to make Tom Dearden's first match in the Queensland No.7 jersey a nightmare, while accusing the Maroons of mind games.
How Galvin won Bulldogs players over in private meeting
Canterbury skipper Stephen Crichton has revealed how Bulldogs players held a private meeting with Lachlan Galvin after his fallout with Wests Tigers.
Rampaging Rabbitoh realistic about Origin selection
South Sydney forward Keaon Koloamatangi is in barnstorming form in clubland, but knows breaking into the dominant Blues forward pack is easier said than done.
‘It’s personal’: Maroons enforcer will rip into Haas
Queensland prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has vowed to fire up and ensure the battle up front with Payne Haas is won as he targets a form reversal in Perth.