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Su'A credits Bennett, Flanagan for Maroons recall

Su'A credits Bennett, Flanagan for Maroons recall

Queensland forward Jaydn Su'A is back in the State of Origin arena and credits two of his favourite coaches and former enforcer Ben Te'o for inspiring him.

Returning Bulldog Sexton gives social media the boot

Returning Bulldog Sexton gives social media the boot

Returning Bulldog Sexton gives social media the boot

Returning Bulldog Sexton gives social media the boot

Toby Sexton is ready to take his chance as Canterbury's first-choice halfback after deleting social media to dedicate himself to his NRL return.

Walsh 'excited' to resume Origin feud with Luai

Walsh 'excited' to resume Origin feud with Luai

Walsh 'excited' to resume Origin feud with Luai

Walsh 'excited' to resume Origin feud with Luai

Queensland fullback Reece Walsh and NSW No.6 Jarome Luai have already clashed explosively in State of Origin and the Maroon is keen for more heated battles.

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'Untouchable' NSW duo wait as Hynes sits out training

'Untouchable' NSW duo wait as Hynes sits out training

Nicho Hynes failed to train in the first hit-out for Michael Maguire's new-look NSW State of Origin side.

'It just happens': Cotter spills on 80-min secret

'It just happens': Cotter spills on 80-min secret

Reuben Cotter's ability to impact a game without being substituted has allowed Queensland coach Billy Slater to get creative with his State of Origin bench.

Trindall's Sharks return ends 'uncomfortable' saga

Trindall's Sharks return ends 'uncomfortable' saga

Cronulla playmaker Braydon Trindall has learned a "painful" lesson and is ready to return to the NRL, says coach Craig Fitzgibbon.

Failed Fifita signing won't impact Crichton's next move

Failed Fifita signing won't impact Crichton's next move

Angus Crichton has stated he has no ill-feeling towards the Sydney Roosters over the botched signing of David Fifita, as he weighs up re-signing with the club.

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DCE opens up on 'good question' about Maroons future

DCE opens up on 'good question' about Maroons future

DCE opens up on 'good question' about Maroons future

DCE opens up on 'good question' about Maroons future

Queensland skipper Daly Cherry-Evans says his State of Origin availability remains a "year-by-year" decision but he is still loving every minute of it.

Olakau'atu hopes NSW fans forgive him for Maroons post

Olakau'atu hopes NSW fans forgive him for Maroons post

Olakau'atu hopes NSW fans forgive him for Maroons post

Olakau'atu hopes NSW fans forgive him for Maroons post

Haumole Olakau'atu grew up supporting Queensland in State of Origin, but the NSW debutant insists he now bleeds blue.

Roosters hope NSW loss is their gain with fresh Teddy

Roosters hope NSW loss is their gain with fresh Teddy

Roosters hope NSW loss is their gain with fresh Teddy

Roosters hope NSW loss is their gain with fresh Teddy

The Roosters are relishing having James Tedesco on deck as statistics show the side has won only 46 per cent of games in the State of Origin period since 2018.

Father's drug charges never swayed Haas Origin focus

Father's drug charges never swayed Haas Origin focus

Father's drug charges never swayed Haas Origin focus

Father's drug charges never swayed Haas Origin focus

Payne Haas has been contending with plenty off the field in recent weeks, but missing State of Origin never crossed the star prop's mind.

Rising NRL star May denies domestic assault, stalking

Rising NRL star May denies domestic assault, stalking

Rising NRL star May denies domestic assault, stalking

Rising NRL star May denies domestic assault, stalking

A Penrith Panthers player has pleaded not guilty to three domestic violence-related charges, including that he allegedly punched his wife during an argument.

Braydon Trindall has point to prove on NRL return

Braydon Trindall has point to prove on NRL return

Braydon Trindall has point to prove on NRL return

Braydon Trindall has point to prove on NRL return

Cronulla five-eighth Braydon Trindall will line up in Nicho Hynes' absence for his first game since failing roadside drug and alcohol tests.

NSW prop Leniu ready for fans' boos after racism saga

NSW prop Leniu ready for fans' boos after racism saga

NSW prop Leniu ready for fans' boos after racism saga

NSW prop Leniu ready for fans' boos after racism saga

NSW prop Spencer Leniu says boos won't put him off in his State of Origin debut, less than three months after his eight-game ban for racially abusing Ezra Mam.

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Canberra Raiders re-sign NRLW coach, target new talent

Re-signed Canberra women's team coach Darrin Borthwick is targeting a finals berth in the Raiders' second season in the NRLW.

Walsh commits to Broncos, gets Slater boost for Origin

Queensland fullback Reece Walsh says he will re-sign with Brisbane and stay there for the rest of his career as he gets a lift from mentoring by Billy Slater.

No second guessing in Dearden's Origin return

Tom Dearden has learnt to be comfortable in his own shoes as he prepares to walk in Cameron Munster's for Queensland in the State of Origin series.

Mixed feelings for DCE as Trbojevic replaces Tedesco

Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans is gutted that NSW captain James Tedesco has been dropped but proud of Manly teammate Jake Trbojevic for filling breach.

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Fifita has point to prove after Origin snub: Titans CEO

Gold Coast CEO Steve Mitchell says the club was surprised at David Fifita's axing from the Queensland side but tips him to respond with a vengeance on the field

Arthur won't be out of NRL for long: Gutherson

Parramatta captain Clint Gutherson says Brad Arthur is a must-consider for any club seeking a new head coach.

Maroons shakeup as Hopgood gets debut, Su'A recalled

Queensland will debut Parramatta forward J'maine Hopgood in State of Origin and have axed David Fifita, while recalling powerhouse back-rower Jaydn Su'A.

Tedesco among first to congratulate Edwards on debut

One of James Tedesco's first acts on learning he'd been axed as NSW captain and fullback was to congratulate the Blues' new No.1 Dylan Edwards.

Halfback Hynes confident on calf for NSW Origin return

NSW coach Michael Maguire has rejected any concerns over Nicho Hynes' fitness, adamant the halfback will not miss any training ahead of State of Origin I.

Mahoney eager to let Hetherington feud subside

Injury to Viliame Kikau means the Bulldogs at set to be without three stars when they meet Newcastle in the NRL on Friday.

Fifita misses Origin spot after starring in Titans win

Queensland have made the shock call to leave David Fifita out of their team for State of Origin I, despite him starring in Gold Coast's win over Brisbane.

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