'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. AAP · May 29, 2024
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. AAP · May 29, 2024
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. AAP · May 28, 2024
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. AAP · May 28, 2024
Dream Maroons debut a bittersweet moment: Hopgood There were plenty of tears when J'maine Hopgood answered his phone to hear Billy Slater tell him he would be making his State of Origin debut for Queensland. AAP · May 27, 2024
Trbojevic admits shock at becoming NSW Origin captain NSW coach Michael Maguire acknowledges his new skipper Jake Trbojevic was probably wondering if he would even be picked for Origin 1. AAP · May 27, 2024
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. AAP · May 27, 2024
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. AAP · May 26, 2024
From NSW villain to most important Blue: Jarome Luai Sent off for a head butt and dropped in last year's State of Origin series, Jarome Luai is now the most experienced member of the Blues' new-look spine. AAP · May 26, 2024
Mitchell can cop fine and be available for NSW Origin Latrell Mitchell has been charged over a hip-drop tackle, but is able to accept a $3000 fine and be available to be selected for NSW in State of Origin. AAP · May 25, 2024
Burton ready to come to injury-hit NSW's rescue Matt Burton has declared he is "definitely ready" for State of Origin as Canterbury enjoy a promising start to the NRL season. AAP · May 24, 2024
'It's worth it': Sharks shrug off Origin depth test Craig Fitzgibbon wants to see Cronulla's players rewarded with State of Origin selection, regardless of the implications that could have for the Sharks. AAP · May 24, 2024
Fresh blow for NSW as Souths star battles calf trouble Cody Walker looked to be one of few strong halves options available to NSW for the State of Origin series opener, but his fitness is now in doubt. AAP · May 23, 2024
Origin fight for NSW nines, Payten backs Dearden recall NSW hooking contenders Reece Robson and Api Koroisau do battle in Townsville as North Queensland co-captain Tom Dearden edges closer to a Queensland recall. AAP · May 23, 2024
AAP · May 20, 2024 Maroons boost as top gear Hammer speeds towards Origin Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow says he's ready to light up State of Origin for Queensland after a blistering return from injury against Wests Tigers.
AAP · May 19, 2024 Munster in Origin doubt after Magic Round groin agony Cameron Munster's recurring groin injury in the Storm's Magic Round flogging of the Eels has put the Queensland star in doubt for the State of Origin series.
AAP · May 17, 2024 Cobbo stars for Broncos, Madden field goal sinks Manly Selwyn Cobbo was brilliant at No.1 for Brisbane and made a strong case for a State of Origin recall as a Jock Madden field goal secured a 13-12 win over Manly.
The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024 NSW Sky Blues beat Queensland Maroons in Women’s State of Origin 2024 Game One – as it happened Minute by minute: The Sky Blues roared out of the blocks in the opener to the historic three-match series before posting a 22-12 win at Suncorp Stadium
AAP · May 15, 2024 Women's coaches predict higher-quality Origin opener The first game of the 2023 women's State of Origin series was a scrappy affair, but both coaches have reason to believe things will be different this year.
The Guardian - AU · May 15, 2024 Maroons and Sky Blues fit for historic occasion in Women’s State of Origin Queensland and NSW can both enter three-match series with high hopes as the game builds on a tense but unsatisfying finish last year
AAP · May 15, 2024 Calf problem can't keep Pearson out of Origin opener NSW halfback Rachael Pearson will line up in the opening match of the women's State of Origin series, despite battling a calf issue this month.
AAP · May 15, 2024 Moses could handle Origin with one game lead-in: Paulo Junior Paulo is backing Mitchell Moses to leap off the treatment table and into the Origin arena, arguing the Parramatta halfback could handle the heat.
AAP · May 15, 2024 Close encounters of the Choppy kind give Maroons belief Queensland players have spoken of how a powerful speech by legend Chris Close continues to inspire them ahead of the women's State of Origin series opener.
AAP · May 10, 2024 Maroons rehab queen Robinson back from shoulder injury Queensland winger Julia Robinson has done it again by embracing rehab and recovering from a dislocated shoulder in six weeks to be ready for State of Origin.
AAP · May 10, 2024 Dynasty-chasing NSW bent on smash-and-grab win The NSW women are looking to flip the men's hoodoo at Suncorp Stadium and kick off the three-game Origin series with a win over Queensland.