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At 20 years old, he may be the most important player in Queensland
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At 20 years old, he may be the most important player in Queensland

Given the state of the Queensland clubs, this rookie halfback may be the most important player in the state. Here is why.

  • by Nick Wright

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New enforcer in town: Four things learned from Dolphins’ crucial win

New enforcer in town: Four things learned from Dolphins’ crucial win

A mid-season recruit announced himself as the Dolphins’ new leader of the pack – and it comes as a major injury throws another spanner in the club’s season.

  • by Nick Wright
‘Point to prove’: Why returning stars’ traits may signal Maroons’ game plan
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‘Point to prove’: Why returning stars’ traits may signal Maroons’ game plan

A Maroons champion feared his Origin days were over, but his selection could speak to how Queensland intend to counter their rivals in the decider.

  • by Nick Wright
‘It was the reality’: How Ponga defied retirement threat to seal Origin fate

‘It was the reality’: How Ponga defied retirement threat to seal Origin fate

As Kalyn Ponga announces his return to the Origin arena, how he and another livewire star combine could make or break the Maroons’ quest for victory.

  • by Nick Wright
Slater is yet to lose a series as coach. But has he got it wrong this time?
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Slater is yet to lose a series as coach. But has he got it wrong this time?

Billy Slater is undefeated at the Queensland helm. But as a shock snubbing continues after the capitulation in game two, has he got it right?

  • by Nick Wright
Halves crisis deepens: Four things learnt from Broncos’ brave defeat

Halves crisis deepens: Four things learnt from Broncos’ brave defeat

Has a defeat restored the Broncos finals hopes? It may sound bizarre, but Brisbane’s 14-6 defeat to Penrith has restored some hope.

  • by Nick Wright
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The numbers proving Walsh’s return can – and must – salvage Broncos’ season

The numbers proving Walsh’s return can – and must – salvage Broncos’ season

It’s clear the fullback has to re-invigorate the Broncos’ attack, one which has faltered dramatically through a season-damaging losing streak.

  • by Nick Wright
He dropped 8kg living on smoothies but Bronco’s return can’t offset crisis

He dropped 8kg living on smoothies but Bronco’s return can’t offset crisis

Brisbane have just seven forwards available, with two more on restricted duties. Could the loss of another star for the Penrith clash break them?

  • by Nick Wright
Changes Slater must consider for his biggest Maroons test
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Changes Slater must consider for his biggest Maroons test

Billy Slater faces his greatest litmus test at the Maroons’ helm.

  • by Nick Wright
Broncos’ déjà vu: Four things learnt from fourth straight defeat

Broncos’ déjà vu: Four things learnt from fourth straight defeat

Déjà vu ensued for the Brisbane Broncos once again: ultimately, they were their own worst enemy.

  • by Nick Wright
No Origin players in NZ for Broncos desperate to save season
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No Origin players in NZ for Broncos desperate to save season

Kevin Walters has revealed he will not field any of his State of Origin players as his side seeks to arrest a three-game losing streak in New Zealand.

  • by Nick Wright