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Nathan Cleary etched his name into Origin folklore bravely playing with a deep facial laceration to lead NSW to a 50-6 victory over Queensland in Origin I  in Townsville. Cleary had come into the opener with question marks over his ability to perform in big games after losing last year's series and the NRL grand final, but the answer he emphatically delivered was all about his toughness. The Blues halfback was the victim of friendly fire when he headbutted Tom Trbojevic's elbow as he attempted to tackle rampaging Queensland second-rower David Fifita in the 21st minute. Like Sam Burgess in th...

Disbelief at ugly Origin bloodbath Everyone from Dave Hughes to punters at the pub were yelling at the TV as NSW stars painted Townsville red, until finally somebody stepped in. Rugby League by Alex Blair 10th Jun 2021 6:08 AM Fans were left stunned as Game I of 2021's Origin series devolved into a bloodbath with the visiting side painting the Townsville turf red.  Star half Nathan Cleary copped an unfortunate piece of friendly fire off Tom Trbojevic after the latter went over for the first try of the match. Viewers aroun...

Forget about the refereeing crackdown, the only thing that could diminish State of Origin's appeal would be NSW dominating like they did in the series opener on an ongoing basis. And anyone who fears that happening hasn’t followed the history of the interstate battle between the Blues and Maroons since the Origin concept began in 1980. Last year’s Queensland team were mocked as the worst Maroons outfit ever – until they triumphed 2-1 over NSW. Now this year’s Blues team is being hailed as one of the best ever after romping to a 50-6 win in Townsville, but NSW coach Brad Fittler knows ...

Blues have edge of discipline over Maroons AAP 2 hrs ago Pamela Whaley and Scott Bailey © Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS Jarome Luai (l) has the highest penalty count in the NSW squad heading into State of Origin. NSW are saints compared to Queensland's bad boys with the Blues players having less charges, less suspensions and giving away less penalties so far this NRL season. It's feared new rule changes will have a detrimental impact on the free-flowing spectacle of State of Origin, but to avoid it costing either state a series discipline will be key. If NRL form is anything to...

The NRL today confirmed the match officials for the opening Ampol State of Origin match, at Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville on Wednesday,...