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Injury, anger and timeless inspiration set the stage for a gripping State of Origin series opener

NSW shrugs off injury and anger at its jersey, while Queensland draws on a decades-old motto for inspiration ahead of State of Origin opener.

The New Daily

Tevita Pangai Junior is the most unexpected New South Wales selection in years and the ultimate State of Origin wildcard

Tevita Pangai Junior has not always played to the limits of his considerable talent but his shock Origin selection could be just what New South Wales need in the series opener, writes Nick Campton.

ABC News

Trbojevic worn down by questions over fitness

Manly star Tom Trbojevic is adamant he has not been playing within himself, and is confident he can operate at full capacity for NSW in State of Origin.

AAP

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As Queensland looks to the future for State of Origin I, New South Wales is betting on the past

With Brad Fittler and Billy Slater naming their teams for State of Origin I, both states are in unfamiliar positions their opponents would know well.

ABC News

State of Origin 2023 shapes as test of nerve with new blood mixed with experience

The Queensland Maroons and NSW Blues squads boast proven experience and untried talent but there is rust and risk in both states’ selections

The Guardian - AU

Jake Trbojevic out, Pangai among NSW Origin rookies

Jake Trbojevic has ruled himself out of State of Origin I with calf soreness, prompting NSW to call Tevita Pangai in as one of three Blues debutants.

The New Daily

Hudson Young won't die wondering in NSW Origin debut

Canberra back-rower Hudson Young looks set to be included in NSW's squad for State of Origin Game 1, something the Raider says he's dreamed about for years.

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Brooks has a party for his 200th in 66-18 Tigers win

Luke Brooks has had one of the finest nights of his career in his 200th NRL game, as Wests Tigers racked up a record-breaking 66-18 win over North Queensland.

AAP

Crucial Sunday looms before Blues pick Origin I squad

NSW will have to wait until after the final game of round 12 to be certain of the backline they will take into State of Origin I against Queensland in Adelaide.

AAP

Brad Fittler calls for Newcastle Knights to reinstate Kalyn Ponga as fullback

"I don't understand why he got moved there [to five-eighth] in the first place."

Newcastle Herald

Elias urges NSW to stick with Koroisau amid Tigers' woe

Former Balmain and NSW hooker Benny Elias says Wests Tigers' horror start to the year shouldn't cost Api Koroisau his State of Origin spot.

AAP

Jarome Luai and Nicho Hynes locked in classic State of Origin battle for New South Wales Blues five-eighth jersey

State of Origin speculation season has officially begun and the fiercest battle seems certain to be Jarome Luai's battle with Nicho Hynes for the Blues five-eighth spot.

ABC News

RCG ready for Origin ahead of Haas showdown: Arthur

Parramatta prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard will come face-to-face with Brisbane's in-form Payne Haas as the Eels man pursues a NSW State of Origin recall.

AAP

Broncos' Taupau avoids NRL charge over Rapana collision

Brisbane prop Martin Taupau has not been charged for his collision with Jordan Rapana after being controversially penalised late in the NRL loss to Canberra.

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Eligibility move will aid Origin: Fittler

Brad Fittler claims his push for any player to be eligible for State of Origin provided they lived in NSW or Queensland before age 13 will improve the game.

AAP

Addo-Carr races back into NSW Origin frame

Josh Addo-Carr is a step closer to a NSW State of Origin recall with Brad Fittler saying the winger's World Cup shows he is playing better than when overlooked.

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Webb, Webber among Hall of Fame inductees

Football stars Brad Fittler and Chris Judd, golfer Karrie Webb and F1 champion Mark Webber have been inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame.

AAP

Fittler fumes at Bronco's 'light' NRL ban

NSW State of Origin coach Brad Fittler believes the NRL must come down on offences like Patrick Carrigan's hip-drop tackle that broke Jackson Hastings' leg.

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The Guardian - AU

Latrell Mitchell is back, and can lead South Sydney to an NRL premiership

Even when he doesn’t play, his impact is still profound. Brad Fittler and Queensland know it, and so do the Rabbitohs

AAP

Fittler criticises NRL's Origin fines

NSW coach Brad Fittler believes Queensland's Tino Fa'asuamaleaui should have been fined more than Matt Burton in the aftermath of the State of Origin brawl.

The Guardian - AU

Queensland outlook bright after NSW plot own downfall in wild State of Origin decider

In one of the most physical encounters in years the Maroons held their nerve and forced the Blues to lose theirs

AAP

Fittler's Blues rue missed opportunity

NSW missed a golden chance to win their fourth State of Origin series in five years after suffering a defeat to Queensland.

The Guardian - AU

From ragdolls to miracle comebacks: the five best State of Origin deciders

The greatest of the game threes, featuring heroes and villains and everything in between (and yes, that includes The King)

AAP

NSW's Fittler, Tedesco eye Origin history

NSW aim to seal their fourth series win under Brad Fittler on Wednesday knowing beating the Maroons on home soil in a decider shapes as the biggest test.

AAP

History no help in Origin decider: Slater

Queensland coach Billy Slater won't hear of his side's historical dominance in State of Origin deciders, insisting his players need to earn the result.

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