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Queensland down NSW after Joseph Sua’ali’i sent off in State of Origin 2024 Game 1

Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow scored a hat-trick in the 38-10 win for the Maroons after the Blues were forced to play most of the game in Sydney with 12 men

The Guardian - AU · Jun 5, 2024

Cobbo selection masterstroke key to Maroons victory

Maroons coach Billy Slater was criticised for picking Selwyn Cobbo on the bench but he was crucial in the 38-10 win over NSW after Reece Walsh left the field.

AAP · Jun 5, 2024

State of Origin 2024 Game 1: Queensland Maroons beat NSW Blues – as it happened

Minute by minute: A Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow hat-trick helped Queensland win the series opener 38-10 after NSW had Joseph Sua’ali’i sent off early

The Guardian - AU · Jun 5, 2024

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No complacency as Slater tries to emulate Meninga

Billy Slater is eyeing off the chance to win his first three series as Queensland State of Origin coach, a feat only achieved by Mal Meninga and Arthur Beetson.

AAP · Jun 4, 2024

Call of duty: Why veteran Hunt can't say no to Maroons

Queensland hooker Ben Hunt, 34, is inspired to keep playing for the Maroons with key words about duty from former team manager Dick 'Tosser' Turner a driver.

AAP · Jun 4, 2024

Cobbo 'could play anywhere': Slater coy on super-sub

Billy Slater says there won't have to be an injury for super-sub Selwyn Cobbo to take the field for Queensland in State of Origin.

AAP · Jun 4, 2024

'It's irrelevant': Maguire rejects Hynes form fears

There's no need for concern over Nicho Hynes' Origin history and lead-in form as he prepares to don the No.7 for the first time, NSW coach Michael Maguire says.

AAP · Jun 4, 2024

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Maroons guru of 'Ubuntu' leaves legacy driving Cotter

Queensland's mental strength coach of the past two Origin series, Hugh van Cuylenburg, has left a legacy about gratitude and unity that drives the 2024 squad.

AAP · Jun 3, 2024

NSW enter Maguire mode as Queensland get need for speed

Michael Maguire's seven months of research with phone and blue jersey in hand has given NSW a State of Origin team built on work ethic and passion.

AAP · Jun 3, 2024

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.

AAP · May 30, 2024

'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.

AAP · May 29, 2024

Walsh commits to Broncos, gets Slater boost for Origin

Queensland fullback Reece Walsh says he will re-sign with Brisbane and stay there for the rest of his career as he gets a lift from mentoring by Billy Slater.

AAP · May 28, 2024

Fifita has point to prove after Origin snub: Titans CEO

Gold Coast CEO Steve Mitchell says the club was surprised at David Fifita's axing from the Queensland side but tips him to respond with a vengeance on the field

AAP · May 27, 2024

Dream Maroons debut a bittersweet moment: Hopgood

There were plenty of tears when J'maine Hopgood answered his phone to hear Billy Slater tell him he would be making his State of Origin debut for Queensland.

AAP · May 27, 2024

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AAP · May 26, 2024

Maroons shakeup as Hopgood gets debut, Su'A recalled

Queensland will debut Parramatta forward J'maine Hopgood in State of Origin and have axed David Fifita, while recalling powerhouse back-rower Jaydn Su'A.

AAP · May 26, 2024

Dearden set for Origin recall in new-look Maroons team

Queensland coach Billy Slater is set to select his team for the State of Origin series opener with injuries opening the door for some.

AAP · May 24, 2024

Slater's 'Sunday build' will have Maroons set to fire

Maroons coach Billy Slater insists Queensland will field 17 players ready to do their duty in State of Origin, despite losing Cameron Munster for the series.

AAP · May 23, 2024

Brisbane prop Jensen emerges as Maroons bolter

Brisbane prop Corey Jensen is a chance of being called into the Queensland squad for the opening match of the State of Origin series.

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AAP · May 20, 2024

Munster ruled out of entire Origin series for Maroons

Cameron Munster will miss the entire State of Origin series, but his Maroons teammates are confident either Tom Dearden or Ezra Mam can fill in.

The Guardian - AU · May 13, 2024

NSW’s State of Origin selection in chaos with Queensland clear-cut favourites

With Nathan Cleary ruled out through injury, uncertainty clouds the Blues’ spine while the Maroons are far more settled

AAP · May 10, 2024

Storm rookie No.1 Sua thrives on Slater's magic dust

Melbourne young gun Sua Fa'alogo is set for an extended stint at fullback and club legend Billy Slater has been integral to his development.

AAP · May 8, 2024

Storm skipper Grant expects speedster Fa'alogo to shine

Harry Grant says young gun Sua Fa'alogo has worked hard learning from Billy Slater and Ryan Papenhuyzen to be ready for his first Storm start at fullback.

AAP · Apr 22, 2024

Ponga facing months out, Raiders' Fogarty sidelined

Kalyn Ponga's hopes of a State of Origin recall are in tatters after Newcastle confirmed the fullback faces several weeks out with a foot injury.

AAP · Apr 18, 2024

Maroons door open for Hopgood amid vacancies: Slater

The door is open in the Queensland forward pack for new applicants due to injury, and Maroons coach Billy Slater wants the contenders to announce themselves.

AAP · Apr 16, 2024

No Maroons Origin skipper succession plan, says Slater

Billy Slater says the Queensland captaincy needs to be earned rather than anointed, and he has no succession plan in place for when Daly Cherry-Evans retires.

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