Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
AAP
AAP
Sport
Anna Harrington

Origin to be Bomber's first game since failed trade

Zach Merrett is the latest big name to be selected for next year's State of Origin clash in Perth. (Daniel Pockett/AAP PHOTOS)

Zach Merrett's first game since his dramatic failed trade attempt will be for Victoria, not Essendon, after he was selected for February's State of Origin.

Chasing success, Merrett attempted to leave the Bombers, while still their captain and contracted until the end of 2027, to join Hawthorn.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.