NSW already won the series but now they’ve made State of Origin history.

Superstar halfback Nathan Cleary shut up several critics with his glittering second half against Queensland on Wednesday night … but there’s still a few who need to see more.

A stunning mid-series sacking should’ve potentially been floated by the NSWRL had it not been for Kalyn Ponga’s second half send off in Wednesday night’s epic Origin opener.

The Women's State of Origin series wraps up on the Gold Coast, with NSW hunting a clean sweep at a rain-soaked Robina Stadium on the Gold Coast. Follow live.

The NRL supports Ashley Klein's controversial decision to send off Kalyn Ponga, saying the State of Origin referee got the call right.

Phil Gould was there to provide commentary and analysis as a pundit, but refused to answer a simple question during an awkward exchange. Stuff sports reporters

It took three years and four series, but when Hudson Young was given the chance to impose his unorthodox abilities on State of Origin football, he didn't hesitate to harness the chaos for New South Wales. 

When it comes to foul play, the referee, while able to call on the Bunker for guidance, has the final say. Christian Nicolussi

Kalyn Ponga has made the stunning admission he wasn’t even aware he had been sent off for a high shot on NSW speedster Tolu Koula until he was told in the dressing sheds, as the NRL backed the call which led to the most miraculous comeback in State of Origin history.

Billy Slater and the Maroons had victory snatched from their grasp in the State of Origin opener.