HISTORICAL FACTS: 10 - The Untold Story

Bruise-free footy banished for State of Origin war

The AFL's biggest stars are promising to put their bodies on the line when Western Australia take on Victoria in a blockbuster State of Origin clash in Perth.

AAP · Feb 12

'Get after it': hot start predicted for AFL Origin

While one of Victoria's top defenders acknowledges players will be on managed minutes, he expects a willing start to the AFL State of Origin clash.

AAP · Feb 11

AFL boss refuses to guarantee annual Origin match

AFL boss Andrew Dillon has failed to guarantee State of Origin will become an annual match, with clubs given the ability to put players on restrictions.

AAP · Feb 5

Injuries will happen in AFL Origin, warns coach Scott

Victoria coach Chris Scott believes the pre-season timing of State of Origin means clubs will be more open to allowing their players to be involved.

AAP · Oct 22, 2025

Cox, Scott named as AFL State of Origin coaches

Geelong's Chris Scott and Sydney's Dean Cox have been named as coaches for the return of the AFL's State of Origin next February.

AAP · Oct 21, 2025

Queensland Origin star chooses Samoa over Jillaroos

Gold Coast second-rower Sienna Lofipo has opted to play for Samoa in the Pacific Championships, one day after being named for a potential Australia debut.

AAP · Oct 7, 2025

Melbourne centre's pain after grand-final injury

Jack Howarth's dream Queensland State of Origin debut was denied by appendicitis, now he is blaming himself for Melbourne's grand-final loss after an injury.

AAP · Oct 6, 2025

Stacked NRLW sides set scene for Origin-style decider

Brisbane and the Sydney Roosters are laden with Origin stars, and there's an expectation the NRLW grand final will bring a similar level of intensity.

AAP · Oct 3, 2025

'Exceptional' Munster, Dearden clinch Maroons awards

Queensland captain Cameron Munster's emotional heroics in the State of Origin decider clinched him a favourite gong as star half Tom Dearden was also rewarded.

AAP · Sep 25, 2025

'Unusual' stat Sharks will own with grand-final berth

If Cronulla beat Melbourne at AAMI Park, they'll become the first team in 20 years to make it to the NRL grand final without any State of Origin players.

AAP · Sep 25, 2025