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Slater refuses to guarantee Walsh recall despite Maroons' collapse

from ABC News: Rugby League

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 7:44am AEST

Queensland's coach bats away questions about the notable absence of Brisbane's star fullback after seeing his side cough up a 20-point lead.

‘I’d like that moment back’: Queensland Origin star on controversial send-off

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 7:36am AEST

Queensland fans will be fuming. Even some NSW legends didn’t think the Maroons fullback should have been marched for a tackle on Tolu Koula. Christian Nicolussi

Young saviour and an answered prayer deliver Blues incredible Origin win

from ABC News: Rugby League

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 5:01am AEST

When the Blues needed heroes to get on top of the Maroons in State of Origin I, they turned to a debutante and the oldest player on the field.

Kalyn Ponga's Origin send-off leaves Queensland legend 'in shock'

from ABC News: Rugby League

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 11:47pm AEST

Maroons great Darren Lockyer says the decision to send off Kalyn Ponga late in State of Origin will be hard to accept for Queenslanders.

Quick hits: Blues' selection gamble pays off, bunker sparks controversy

from ABC News: Rugby League

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 11:19pm AEST

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.

Tedesco stunner hands NSW the biggest comeback win in Origin history

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 10:54pm AEST

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

New South Wales v Queensland - State of Origin

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 7:18pm AEST

Follow live coverage of the first game of the State of Origin series from Accor Stadium in Sydney. Stuff sports reporters

Live: Maroons pay tribute to Jai Arrow as State of Origin I teams locked in

from ABC News: Rugby League

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 5:55pm AEST

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.

Penrith Panthers vs New Zealand Warriors Tips, Odds, Teams & Predictions – NRL Round 13 2026

from sportsnews.com.au

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 1:25pm AEST

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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Canberra Raiders vs North Queensland Cowboys Tips, Odds, Teams & Predictions – NRL Round 13 2026

from sportsnews.com.au

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 1:20pm AEST

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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