State of Origin

2024 - 6 - 5

Queensland Maroons Triumph Over 12-Man NSW Blues in State of Origin Clash

Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow - Joseph Sua'alii - Michael Maguire - New South Wales Blues - Queensland Maroons - State of Origin

Exciting State of Origin showdown sees the Maroons dominate the Blues with a man down!

The Queensland Maroons secured a remarkable victory against the New South Wales Blues in a dramatic State of Origin clash. The game took a surprising turn early on when Joseph Sua'a'ili'i was sent off by referee Ashley Klein for a high, late hit on Queensland fullback Reece Walsh. Despite being down to 12 men, the Maroons showcased outstanding performance, with Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow standing out with a hat-trick in the 38-10 win.

Queensland's dominance in State of Origin I left fans in awe as they outplayed the Blues in Sydney. The stellar performance of the Maroons further emphasized the strategic decisions made by coach Billy Slater, including carrying an outside back on the bench. The result not only vindicated Slater's choices but also exposed the challenges faced by NSW coach Michael Maguire in his debut game.

The historic send-off of Sua'a'ili'i made headlines as one of the quickest exits in State of Origin history, lasting only seven minutes. Despite the setback, the Maroons continued to press forward, securing a convincing victory over a resilient 12-man Blues team. The intense clash between the two powerhouses set the stage for an exciting series ahead.

In a series full of unexpected turns, Queensland's triumph and NSW's struggles in the State of Origin opener have set the tone for a fiercely competitive rivalry. Fans eagerly anticipate the next showdown between the Maroons and Blues to see if NSW can bounce back from their nightmare start under Maguire's coaching debut.

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Queensland Maroons beat 12-man New South Wales Blues in State ... (ABC News)

Joseph Sua'a'li'i was sent off by referee Ashley Klein following a horror high, late hit on Queensland fullback Reece Walsh after just eight minutes. Despite ...

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State of Origin player ratings: How the Blues and Maroons fared in ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Queensland romped home in State of Origin I in Sydney on Wednesday night – but which stars shone the brightest on the big stage?

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Maroons blow Blues away after historic send-off as Madge's big ... (Fox Sports)

It was a result that ended up vindicating Billy Slater's decision to carry an outside back on the bench and expose Michael Maguire after he opted against the ...

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State of Origin result: Queensland romp to victory over New South ... (New Zealand Herald)

In a horror start to Michael Maguire's tenure as NSW coach, Suaalii lasted just seven minutes on debut before being sent off for a late and high hit on Reece ...

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Queensland down NSW after Joseph Sua'ali'i sent off in State of ... (The Guardian)

Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow scored a hat-trick in the 38-10 win for the Maroons after the Blues were forced to play most of the game in Sydney with 12 men.

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State of Origin: Joseph Suaalii sent off for brutal tackle on Reece ... (Sky Sports)

New South Wales were reduced to 12 men in the opening 10 minutes of their clash with Queensland as Joseph Suaalii became just the sixth man to be sent off ...

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Maroons hammer 12-man Blues in series opener (NRL.COM)

A record-equaling effort from Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow helped the Maroons draw first blood in the 2024 Origin series, as they overwhelmed a gutsy 12-man Blues ...

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NSW hammered in Origin KO 'nightmare' (NEWS.com.au)

Michael Maguire's first match in charge of NSW went from a baptism of fire to a total nightmare in just seven minutes.

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Teddy's brutal miss, new Blues cult hero erupts as big Hynes ... (Fox Sports)

Teddy's brutal miss, new Blues cult hero erupts as big Hynes question emerges: Blues Ratings.

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State of Origin: Early red card doomed Blues' hopes from the start (RNZ)

Joseph-Aukuso Sua'ali'i tackles Reece Walsh during Game 1 of the State of Origin 2024. Photo: NRL Photos / www.photosport.nz.

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NSW player ratings for State of Origin I (The Canberra Times)

An undermanned NSW put on a spirited performance in going down 38-10 to Queensland after Joseph Suaalii was...

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Missing piece in Blues' 'worst nightmare'; brutal calls that loom ... (Fox Sports)

There will be several huge selection calls for Blues coach Michael Maguire to make for Game II, none bigger than at halfback and fullback. Meanwhile, ...

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State of Origin: Queensland win Origin I after NSW's Joseph Suaalii ... (The Australian Financial Review)

In a horror start to Maguire's tenure as NSW coach, Suaalii lasted just seven minutes on debut before being marched for a late and high hit on Reece Walsh.

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Blues rally around Sua'ali'i as ban threatens to end his Origin career (NRL.COM)

Blues players have vowed to rally around Joseph Sua'ali'i and predict he will bounce back from the lengthy suspension set to his immediate Origin career.

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New South Wales suffered a fatal wound after eight minutes of ... (ABC News)

From the moment Joseph-Aukuso Sua'ali'i levelled Reece Walsh in the opening stages at Stadium Australia and consigned himself to one of the unfortunate corners ...

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'He's really hurting': Why Origin debut disaster is 'definitely not the ... (Fox Sports)

'He's really hurting': Why Origin debut disaster is 'definitely not the end' of Suaalii.

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State of Origin I Judiciary Update: Joseph Sua'ali'i (Sydney Roosters)

Following the State of Origin I match between New South Wales and Queensland, Joseph Sua'ali'i has been cited by the Match Review Committee.

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State of Origin: Joseph Suaalii sent off for brutal tackle on Reece ... (Sky Sports)

New South Wales were reduced to 12 men in the opening 10 minutes of their clash with Queensland as Joseph Suaalii became just the sixth man to be sent off ...

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My sport is having a Matildas moment. I know because of the trolling (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Playing State Of Origin footy is a dream come true, but social media trolls felt the need to comment on my appearance and question my athletic ability.

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Ampol Women's State of Origin Game Two: Game Day Guide (New South Wales Rugby League)

The Westpac NSW Sky Blues will take on Queensland Maroons in Game Two of the 2024 Ampol Women's State of Origin series at McDonald Jones Stadium tonight.

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Lauren Brown's last-minute field goal keeps Women's State of Origin ... (ABC News)

Queensland Maroons' Lauren Brown kicks a field goal to win Women's State of Origin II. Lauren Brown was initially named at centre before her game-winning turn ...

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Women's State of Origin 2024 Game 2: Queensland Maroons beat ... (The Guardian)

Minute-by-minute: Lauren Brown's late field goal gave the Maroons a stunning 11-10 win over the Sky Blues to force a deciding third game.

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'Absolutely sensational': League world blown away by scenes (Fox Sports)

Even torrential rain couldn't discourage Newcastle from turning out for a historic night of women's rugby league. The all-time women's State of Origin ...

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Brown slots late winner as Maroons keep Origin series alive (NRL.COM)

A Lauren Brown field goal with two minutes to play sealed an 11-10 win for the Maroons in an epic State of Origin contest in Newcastle.

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Origin player ratings: Who starred, flopped in game two thriller (CODE Sports)

The NSW Blues may have been on top for most of the game in Origin II, but Queensland came out on top after a miracle late comeback. But who starred and who ...

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Maroons axe vice-captain in bombshell call (The Weekly Times)

Queensland have made a massive call in a bid to retain the Women's State of Origin shield ahead of a historic clash in Newcastle.

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2024 Women's State of Origin Highlights: NSW v QLD - Game II (Wide World of Sports)

The New South Wales Sky Blues host the Queensland Maroons in Game 2 of the 2024 Women's State of Origin series, at McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle.

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NSW vs QLD: Women's State of Origin sells out in Newcastle (Newcastle Herald)

A splash of rain could not dampen the spirits of the rugby league faithful with fans flooding into McDonald Jones Stadium on Thursday night to watch NSW take on ...

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