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The Latest Breaking News from Billy Slater

Queensland out to defy State of Origin expectations against heavily favoured NSW

Maroons count on inspirational qualities of their novice coach with Blues holding talent advantage yet again

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Maroons plan to topple NSW Panther clique

Daly Cherry-Evans will rely on his own solid spine combination to counter a Penrith-heavy NSW unit that proved too good in last year's State of Origin.

AAP

Origin call has Coates floating on clouds

Work with retired Collingwood AFL captain Nick Maxwell has added to Queenslander Xavier Coates' aerial threat ahead of Wednesday's State of Origin opener.

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Long-term combinations key for NSW: Stuart

NSW have found proper stability in their spine for the first time since Ricky Stuart and Laurie Daley played together at State of Origin levek.

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Smith puts Fa'asuamaleaui at Origin ease

Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has enjoyed his reunion with former Melbourne star Cameron Smith, who he says has had a calming influence in Origin camp.

AAP

Tino, Haas poised to renew Origin rivalry

Queensland's Tino Fa'asuamaleaui says he's ready to play in the front-row in next week's State of Origin opener, and resume hostilities with NSW's Payne Haas.

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Ponga eyeing big 2022 Origin campaign

Queensland fullback Kalyn Ponga believes he's ready for his best State of Origin series yet as he arrives in Maroons camp fit and focused on beating NSW.

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Slater expects Grant to join Qld camp

Harry Grant has battled a groin niggle and bout of the flu but Queensland coach Billy Slater expects him to join the squad as planned on Wednesday.

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'Different story' as Munster eyes Origin

Pivotal five-eighth Cameron Munster admits he needs to show "he's worth the money" after a disappointing 2021 for Queensland and the Storm.

AAP

Qld hard man Cotter to aim up in Origin

Queensland debutant Reuben Cotter will be giving away 15cm and 11kg to opposition lock Isaah Yeo in next week's State of Origin opener.

AAP

Queensland State of Origin squad features four debutants as Billy Slater shakes up Maroons

Billy Slater names four State of Origin debutants in his first Queensland squad as the Maroons seek to win back the shield.

ABC News

Cobbo one of four Maroons Origin debutants

Teenage NRL sensation Selwyn Cobbo is one of four debutants named by Queensland coach Billy Slater for the State of Origin series opener.

AAP

Queensland's turn to make big Origin calls

A day after Brad Fittler has taken the first big gamble of the State of Origin series, Queensland coach Billy Slater will unveil his maiden Maroons side.

AAP

Knights skipper Kalyn Ponga primed to look after No.1 for Queensland

"Anyone who gets to wear that Maroons jersey, it's special."

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Slater to lift Ponga as Maroons assemble

Set to serve as a bridge between Queensland State of Origin generations, Dane Gagai is excited by what Billy Slater can bring to the new-look side this season.

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Teary Tino's regret ahead of Origin call

His own harshest critic, Tino Fa'asuamaleaui doesn't think he's worthy of a Queensland call-up despite his titanic efforts for the Gold Coast this NRL season.

AAP

Broncos young gun backed for Maroons

Brisbane young gun Selwyn Cobbo has been backed as a Queensland State of Origin bolter by NRL teammate Kotoni Staggs after the Maroons lost winger Kyle Feldt.

ABC News

Campo's Corner: We're about to find out if North Queensland are for real

The Cowboys have come from nowhere to sit in the top four. But Nick Campton asks, can they prove they're a serious contender for the NRL premiership?

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AAP

Origin speculation excites Cowboys youth

A number of North Queensland's young guns are coming into the discussion about possible Queensland Origin selection.

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Arrow keen to make Origin amends for Qld

South Sydney's Jai Arrow is keen to make things right with Queensland after being kicked out of State of Origin camp in 2021.

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Cowboys' magical Murray tipped for Origin

After an audacious offload and a two-try salvo in North Queensland's win over Wests Tigers, Murray Taulagi has made a strong pitch for Maroons selection.

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Ponga's Knights woes no worry for Slater

Queensland State of Origin coach Billy Slater says he's not worried about Newcastle's NRL struggles affecting Kalyn Ponga's ability to perform for the Maroons.

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Cleary nears best after avoiding NRL ban

Nathan Cleary has avoided an NRL ban for dangerous contact on Billy Walters, with the Penrith star believing he's nearing his best again after shoulder surgery.

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Bellamy gives Slater NRL coaching blessing

Craig Bellamy says Billy Slater's storied playing career means he is able to take a different path to being a NRL coach rather than starting as an assistant.

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Bromwich backs Slater as future NRL coach

Melbourne captain Jesse Bromwich says Billy Slater has the passion and knowledge to be a good NRL coach after his name emerged as a successor to Craig Bellamy.

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