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State of Origin 2023 shapes as test of nerve with new blood mixed with experience

The Queensland Maroons and NSW Blues squads boast proven experience and untried talent but there is rust and risk in both states’ selections

The Guardian - AU

Kalyn Ponga to win Queensland No.1 jersey for Origin opener

Kalyn Ponga’s dramatic start to 2023 has ended with him reportedly winning the race for the Queensland No.1 jersey.

The New Daily

Ponga to win Queensland No.1 jersey for Origin I

Queensland coach Billy Slater is set to name Kalyn Ponga at fullback for State of Origin I, with Tom Flegler to be recalled in the pack.

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Fa'asuamaleaui joins Kaufusi in QLD Origin purgatory

Queensland's Felise Kaufusi faces a three-game ban and will miss State of Origin I unless he can successfully contest a grade-two careless high tackle charge.

AAP

Bennett: Gilbert the epitome of a Queensland forward

Tom Gilbert is in the hunt for Queensland selection with his Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett providing a glowing endorsement of the lock forward.

AAP

QRL boss Ikin targets Bennett, explains Broncos exit

QRL CEO Ben Ikin remains great friends with Brisbane coach Kevin Walters and says their robust discussions when he was head of football benefited the club.

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Banana-drama! Walters wants Flegler in Maroons squad

Brisbane warrior prop Tom Flegler hails from a workaholic banana farming family and is a Queensland prop in waiting insists his coach Kevin Walters.

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Queensland stalwart Josh Papali'i announces retirement from State of Origin

Billy Slater's Maroons have been dealt a blow on the eve of the 2023 State of Origin series, with Raiders prop Josh Papali'i standing down from Queensland selection.

ABC News

Reece Walsh's Magic Round performance proves once again he's ready for prime time, and that means State of Origin

Billy Slater will be judged harshly if he makes the "wrong" choice between Kalyn Ponga and Reece Walsh for State of Origin I. But between Walsh's form and Ponga's Origin III masterclass last year, there's no wrong answer, writes Jon Healy.

ABC News

Holmes hails Gagai's influence in centre switch

Valentine Holmes says part of his transition to centre was influenced by fellow Queenslander Dane Gagai following the pair's NRL duel on Saturday.

AAP

Slater hails Walsh, Hammer in Maroons No.1 battle

Queensland coach Billy Slater has been impressed with the form of Reece Walsh and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow as the race heats up to don the No.1 for State of Origin.

AAP

Slater wants Ponga to 'enjoy himself' as Origin looms

Queensland coach Billy Slater says it's too early to predict who'll play No.1 in the Origin series opener as he welcomes the return of Newcastle's Kalyn Ponga.

AAP

Slater impressed with Maroons' middle forward depth

Maroons hopefuls Tom Flegler, Tom Gilbert, J'maine Hopgood and Corey Horsburgh are making the right moves to put themselves in the State of Origin frame.

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Fifita targets Origin, leading Titans surge with Foran

David Fifita will resume his budding combination with returning playmaker Kieran Foran when Gold Coast play Brisbane in the NRL on Saturday night.

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Walsh ready for Maroons debut: Lockyer

Queensland selector Darren Lockyer says Brisbane No.1 Reece Walsh would not be daunted by the Origin cauldron and highlighted a key area where he had improved.

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Slater wisdom lights fire in Walsh at No.1 for Broncos

Queensland coach Billy Slater says he wants Broncos No.1 Reece Walsh to focus on the fundamentals of fullback play, advice the 20-year-old has taken to heart.

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Slater tips drive Fermor to revive Titans

Gold Coast forward Beau Fermor was one of the NRL side's best last season, but to go to the next level he must follow through on advice from a Maroons legend.

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Maroons power Meninga's will to thrill

Harry Grant and Ben Hunt inflicted misery on NSW in State of Origin and will be gunning for a repeat performance with Australia at the Rugby League World Cup.

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Newcastle Herald

Kalyn Ponga's Origin III blitz shows the way for Knights to use star

Maybe his coach could relieve him of his captain's duties and get him playing like a great fullback he can be as he demonstrated on Wednesday night.

Newcastle Herald

Knights coach Adam O'Brien backs Origin hero Kalyn Ponga for Kangaroos call-up

"I think he's definitely got to be on that trip."

The Guardian - AU

Queensland outlook bright after NSW plot own downfall in wild State of Origin decider

In one of the most physical encounters in years the Maroons held their nerve and forced the Blues to lose theirs

AAP

Carrigan cherishes Origin experience

Just over a year after suffering an ACL injury, Pat Carrigan has claimed the Wally Lewis Medal after a stellar debut State of Origin campaign.

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Fittler's Blues rue missed opportunity

NSW missed a golden chance to win their fourth State of Origin series in five years after suffering a defeat to Queensland.

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Gagai-Burton stoush, Qld win fires Origin

Queensland's comeback win in the State of Origin decider provided plenty of fuel and ensured the spoils have been split 3-3 over the last six years.

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Young Tommy gun fires as Maroons triumph

Tom Dearden's role was shrouded in secrecy but the young playmaker rose to the occasion on his Origin debut with a composed performance in Queensland's halves.

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