The Latest Breaking News from State of Origin

Jake Trbojevic takes Origin axing on chin

Manly coach Des Hasler says lock Jake Trbojevic copped his NSW State of Origin axing on the chin, while admitting his own surprise over the Blues' decision.

AAP · Jun 3, 2022

Blues back-three give NSW big advantage

The power of NSW's back-three threatens to swing the State of Origin series-opener in the Blues' favour, making 177 more metres per game than the Queenslanders.

AAP · Jun 3, 2022

Easily shouldering the weight of expectation, State of Origin hopeful Joseph Suaalii still has time to dream

Joseph Suaalii is starting to fulfil his seemingly limitless potential, but the Blues Origin hopeful is not letting big expectations weigh him down, writes Nick Campton.

ABC News · Jun 2, 2022

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 · Jun 1, 2022

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.

AAP · Jun 1, 2022

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 · Jun 1, 2022

Why Kotoni Staggs, the pride of Wellington, is made for State of Origin

Broncos star Kotoni Staggs only knows how to play one way, and that's why he's the perfect pick for New South Wales.

ABC News · May 31, 2022

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 · May 30, 2022

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 · May 29, 2022

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 · May 29, 2022