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State of Origin II: The five moments that caught the eye as New South Wales thrashed Queensland in Perth

Whether it was a controversial sin binning or just some Nathan Cleary brilliance that made the difference, here are the five key talking points as New South Wales won State of Origin II.

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NSW star Cleary proves a point to himself

NSW playmaker Nathan Cleary produced a magical 24-point haul to lead the Blues to a 44-12 State of Origin win over Queensland.

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Fittler coy on eve of State of Origin II

NSW coach Brad Fittler was giving little away to fans and reporters on the eve of Origin II in Perth as the Blues look to square the series.

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Cleary to keep it cool amid Origin chaos

Nathan Cleary was a target for Queensland in State of Origin I but the NSW halfback has form for fighting his way out of a corner.

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NSW claim Women's Origin title in thriller

NSW have claimed the Women's State of Origin shield for the first time since 2019, beating Queensland 20-14 in a thrilling contest in Canberra.

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Blues changes a gamble to stay alive: David Klemmer

The Knights prop's exclusive weekly column.

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Blues' Origin moves won't distract Slater

Queensland coach Billy Slater isn't preoccupied by the Blues' reaction to a series-opening State of Origin loss likely to prompt five NSW selection changes.

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Arrow, Taulagi in for steady Slater's Qld

Queensland coach Billy Slater has replaced the injured Reuben Cotter and Xavier Coates with Jai Arrow and Murray Taulagi respectively for State of Origin II.

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Carrigan set to cover Cotter Origin blow

Pat Carrigan says he will do what he can to cover the massive loss of injured Queensland forward Reuben Cotter in the second State of Origin clash.

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Taulagi on pole for maiden Maroons call-up

Murray Taulagi's red-hot form for the North Queensland Cowboys looks set to throw him into a Maroons debut in Perth.

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Blues blow as Wighton contracts COVID

NSW's hopes of levelling the State of Origin series against Queensland in Perth have been dealt a big blow with centre Jack Wighton contracting COVID-19.

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Cleary bounces back from Origin to inspire Penrith

The Panthers No.7 was back at his best on Sunday.

Newcastle Herald

Ponga, Gagai praise Slater's 'phenomenal' Origin coaching debut

The Knights duo credited Slater for inspiring the win.

Newcastle Herald

Ponga keen to ride Origin high into Newcastle's clash with Penrith

The Newcastle captain and Dane Gagai are expected to back up against the Panthers.

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Titans prop Wallace to join NRL's Dolphins

Jarrod Wallace will leave Gold Coast at the end of the NRL season and move up the M1 to join the Dolphins for their debut campaign.

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How the Maroons' bench won them State of Origin I against a fancied NSW Blues side

Almost every word to describe an interchange player has a derisive, diminishing connotation, but the Maroons' bench players were every bit as valuable as the flashy superstars in game one.

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Munster stars as Maroons win Origin opener

Queensland have beaten NSW 16-10 to claim the State of Origin series opener and notch their first win in Sydney since 2017, with Cameron Munster starring.

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Why Queensland fullback Kalyn Ponga has everything to gain in the 2022 Origin series

Kalyn Ponga has worn plenty of shots this season, but the Queensland fullback has everything to gain and very little to lose in the 2022 Origin series.

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Bellamy lessons guide Slater in Origin

Rookie Queensland Origin coach Billy Slater says part of his job is instilling belief in his players, but they have returned the favour for him.

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Queensland out to defy State of Origin expectations against heavily favoured NSW

Maroons count on inspirational qualities of their novice coach with Blues holding talent advantage yet again

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New rules, but same frantic Origin ahead

NSW hooker Damien Cook believes the NRL's new rules that have slightly slowed down the speed in the regular season will barely impact on State of Origin.

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Centre-stage nerves for Holmes in Origin

Queensland star Valentine Holmes has already shut down Kotoni Staggs this year, but admits feeling nervous about defending him during State of Origin.

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Smith puts Fa'asuamaleaui at Origin ease

Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has enjoyed his reunion with former Melbourne star Cameron Smith, who he says has had a calming influence in Origin camp.

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Cowboys show off Qld Origin next gen

A pair of 21-year-olds shone on Thursday for a North Queensland team missing four State of Origin stars, in a sign the Maroons' cupboard is well stocked.

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Ponga eyeing big 2022 Origin campaign

Queensland fullback Kalyn Ponga believes he's ready for his best State of Origin series yet as he arrives in Maroons camp fit and focused on beating NSW.

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