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Will Blues coach Brad Fittler pull a shock late switch for State of Origin I?

Jack Wighton might have been tight-lipped on the possibility of Blues coach Brad Fittler making a late change to his line-up but the Raiders star is ready for anything the Origin opener might throw at him.

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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

The Guardian - AU

New rules, but same frantic Origin ahead

NSW hooker Damien Cook believes the NRL's new rules that have slightly slowed down the speed in the regular season will barely impact on State of Origin.

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Why New South Wales' back three can blow Queensland away in the State of Origin opener

There is nothing Brian To'o likes more than running into people — and that could give New South Wales a serious advantage in the State of Origin opener, writes Nick Campton.

ABC News

Blues backing new-look Origin centres duo

NSW captain James Tedesco says the absences of star State of Origin centres Tom Trbojevic and Latrell Mitchell won't force the Blues to change their game.

AAP

Centre-stage nerves for Holmes in Origin

Queensland star Valentine Holmes has already shut down Kotoni Staggs this year, but admits feeling nervous about defending him during State of Origin.

AAP

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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Cowboys show off Qld Origin next gen

A pair of 21-year-olds shone on Thursday for a North Queensland team missing four State of Origin stars, in a sign the Maroons' cupboard is well stocked.

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League broadcast icon Ray Warren confirms retirement with "nothing to prove"

Legendary rugby league commentator Ray Warren has confirmed his retirement, the 78-year-old opting not to return for next week's State of Origin series opener.

Newcastle Herald

League broadcast icon Ray Warren retires

Legendary rugby league commentator Ray Warren has confirmed his retirement, the 78-year-old opting not to return for next week's State of Origin series opener.

AAP

Origin vibes for Reds' Crusaders ambush

Former Queensland Origin prop Brad Thorn is channelling the underdog Maroons spirit as Reds coach ahead of their Super Rugby quarter-final in Christchurch.

AAP

Luai finally feels at home in NSW camp

Penrith star Jarome Luai finally feels he belongs at State of Origin level after earning a recall to Brad Fittler's NSW set-up earlier this week.

AAP

'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

Brad Fittler's New South Wales Origin team is a side built on big swings

New South Wales's shock decision to drop Josh Addo-Carr is a classic Brad Fittler selection curveball, writes Nick Campton.

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Wighton gets centre-stage Origin reprieve

Jack Wighton is confident he is ready to perform at centre in State of Origin after Brad Fittler's shock call to start him in Game I.

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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.

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.

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Munster expects Crichton to get Blues nod

Cameron Munster is expecting NSW to stick to their winning Penrith combinations and name Stephen Crichton as Blues centre for his State of Origin debut.

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Dally M winners headline NSW Women's State of Origin squad for Queensland crunch-match

Seven players from NRLW premiers Sydney Roosters and eight from grand finalists St George will make up the bulk of NSW's 22-player State of Origin squad.

AAP

Boyle, Tonegato headline NSW Origin squad

Joint Dally M medallists Millie Boyle and Emma Tonegato headline the NSW Women's State of Origin squad for June 24's clash.

AAP

Bronco Carrigan's titanic Origin audition

Pat Carrigan can make a final push for Origin inclusion in a crowded Queensland field when Brisbane host Gold Coast at Suncorp Stadium on Friday.

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I'm ready for Origin, says in-form Hynes

In-form Cronulla utility Nicho Hynes has put his hand up for a NSW State of Origin call-up, declaring he's never been more ready.

AAP

Luai needed Eels loss to lift Origin game

Jarome Luai is back to his best for Penrith on the eve of State of Origin, and he owes much of that to a wake-up call from the round-nine loss to Parramatta.

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Versatility an Origin asset for Matterson

After being on the cusp of a State of Origin debut, Ryan Matterson says he is ready to step up for NSW.

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Luai sends Origin message in Penrith win

Jarome Luai has enjoyed his best game of the NRL season in Penrith's 32-12 win over the Sydney Roosters.

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