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YOU WONT BELIEVE: Calf problem can t keep pearson out of origin opener - What They Never Told You

Queensland captain Ali Brigginshaw (left) and NSW co-captain Kezie Apps will do battle in Brisbane. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)

Rachael Pearson has shaken off a calf injury and will line up as NSW halfback in the first match of the historic three-game State of Origin series.

Coach Kylie Hilder last week selected Pearson for Thursday night's clash at Suncorp Stadium, despite the Parramatta playmaker managing a minor calf issue this month.

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