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James Tedesco’s thrilling last-minute try delivers another monument to State of Origin

An epic first game was won by the veteran Blues fullback but the contest was turned by Kalyn Ponga’s sending off with his team 20-6 up

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RL:Ponga dodges ban for send-off that shook Origin

Kalyn Ponga won't be suspended for the shoulder charge on Tolu Koula that led to fullback being sent off and ultimately cost Queensland the Origin opener.

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RL:Cleary, Tedesco fire NSW to classic Origin comeback win

Superstars Nathan Cleary and James Tedesco and rookie Ethan Strange have piloted NSW to a thrilling, series-opening 22-20 State of Origin win over Queensland.

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RL:Ponga, Maroons pay ultimate price for knockout blow

Kalyn Ponga's shoulder charge on Tolu Koula has ultimately cost Queensland the State of Origin series opener after the Maroons fullback was sent off.

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New talent outweighs old habits in Blues triumph

NSW's debutants Ethan Strange, Casey McLean and Blayke Brailey have all starred in a comeback win for the ages that clinched the State of Origin series opener.

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NSW conjure comeback for the ages to snatch Origin game one from Queensland

Blues defeat Maroons 22-20 in 2026 men’s series opener as Nathan Cleary and James Tedesco seal victory in final minute

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Walker lives up to Langer hype in debut heartbreaker

Queensland have lost the State of Origin series opener in controversial circumstances, but discovered a star in debutant No.7 Sam Walker.

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RL:Strange stars as NSW edge Queensland in Origin opener

Ethan Strange has starred on his Origin debut to help NSW to a 22-20 win over Queensland in the series opener.

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Cleary, Tedesco fire NSW to classic Origin comeback win

Superstars Nathan Cleary and James Tedesco and rookie Ethan Strange have piloted NSW to a thrilling, series-opening 22-20 State of Origin win over Queensland.

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RL:Ponga sent off after knocking out NSW rookie

Kalyn Ponga has earned an unwanted place in State of Origin history, after being sent off in the series opener for a shoulder charge on Tolu Koula.

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Ponga dodges ban for send-off that shook Origin

Kalyn Ponga won't be suspended for the shoulder charge on Tolu Koula that led to fullback being sent off and ultimately cost Queensland the Origin opener.

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Blues steal State of Origin opener from Maroons – as it happened

New South Wales launch incredible comeback from 0-20 down after Queensland let first-half dominance slip away

The Guardian - AU

It’s still Blues v Maroons but State of Origin looks different this year

From an influx of new personnel to different bench strategies this year’s series opener in Sydney will see a number of deviations from the norm

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RL:'Nervous but no pressure': Ponga in Maroons sweet spot

Kalyn Ponga is in a serene headspace and outstanding form as he vows to repay the faith coach Billy Slater has placed in him as Queensland's fullback.

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'Nervous but no pressure': Ponga in Maroons sweet spot

Kalyn Ponga is in a serene headspace and outstanding form as he vows to repay the faith coach Billy Slater has placed in him as Queensland's fullback.

Newcastle Herald

Toohey's News: 'He's very good' - Knights in market for younger brother of star

Get the latest Knights news and snippets from Barry Toohey.

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'Chills': Slater backs Walker as Walsh shock explained

Queensland will field a new-look spine and a suite of debutants in the State of Origin opener while remaining loyal to last year's series-winning stars.

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Kalyn Ponga would 'play anywhere' for Queensland

Kalyn Ponga was as surprised as anyone to have his name linked with Queensland's halfback vacancy for the State of Origin opener.

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Bragging rights for Holbrook as Knights beat Titans

First-year Newcastle coach Justin Holbrook has won bragging rights over Gold Coast, who controversially fired him midway through the 2023 season.

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Key Broncos need form bounce to crack Maroons side

Brisbane trio Reece Walsh, Ezra Mam and Ben Hunt are all in contention for Queensland's State of Origin side ahead of the team being named. .

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Dragons No.9 on the move after 2026

St George Illawarra have confirmed co-captain and former State of Origin player Damien Cook will leave at the end of the 2026 NRL season.

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Why I re-signed: Ponga excited by Knights' form surge

Newcastle skipper Kalyn Ponga's decision to re-sign long-term has been reaffirmed following the Knights' thrilling win over South Sydney.

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Luckless Rabbitoh sidelined for another month

Brandon Smith is set for another stint on the sidelines, with the South Sydney forward's calf injury more serious than originally anticipated.

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Knights welcome back stars as Tigers ring changes

Newcastle's best player Kalyn Ponga is back to take on South Sydney as Benji Marshall performs spinal surgery after the loss of two Wests Tigers guns.

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Drinkwater signs with Dragons, new Ponga deal

Scott Drinkwater has signed a three-year deal to join St George Illawarra from 2027 in a major boost for the long-time NRL strugglers.

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