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Trbojevic admits shock at becoming NSW Origin captain

Jake Trbojevic promises to lead NSW in Origin with his trademark passion. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

Jake Trbojevic has admitted shock at being named NSW's new State of Origin captain, with coach Michael Maguire describing him as a man who embodies the entire state.

Trbojevic received the biggest cheer from a crowd of Blues fans when he arrived at the team hotel on Monday afternoon, less than 24 hours after being told he would take over from the axed James Tedesco.

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