The Blues leave it late, the Maroons finish with 12 players, while the bunker draws the ire of players, commentators and spectators alike. Here are five quick hits from State of Origin I.

With only one night to think about this game, Strange made every post a winner. And with one, final magical play, Tedesco justified his selection. Adrian Proszenko

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Former Maroon Jai Arrow is named as Queensland's honorary number 21 as teams are locked in for the 2026 State of Origin series opener in Sydney. Follow live.

Two genuine premiership contenders meet at CommBank Stadium in a clash that could carry major significance later in the season. Penrith enters the contest in ominous form, combining its trademark …

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North Queensland travels to Canberra with growing confidence after several impressive attacking displays, despite entering the contest as outsiders. Scott Drinkwater and Jake Clifford have combined effectively in recent weeks, …

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Brisbane returns to Suncorp Stadium aiming to consolidate its position near the top of the ladder against a Dragons side showing encouraging signs of improvement. St George Illawarra has been …

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Melbourne faces another stern test at AAMI Park as the Roosters arrive with confidence and a forward pack capable of matching the Storm through the middle. Craig Bellamy’s side has …

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The Bulldogs will look to continue their push up the ladder when they meet a Wests Tigers side desperate to halt a recent slide. Canterbury showed significant character in last …

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Newcastle returns from the bye looking to build on an encouraging start to the season when it hosts an undermanned Parramatta outfit at McDonald Jones Stadium. The Eels have shown …

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