NSW Blues
Opinion
State of Origin
Why Jake Trbojevic is poised for Origin II recall for NSW
When Brad Fittler took over in 2018, he picked players based on character as much as ability. Subsequently, the Manly enforcer was the first picked. And he’s what the Blues need now.
- by Andrew Webster
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NRL 2022
Andrew Johns: What Nathan Cleary must do in Origin II
The Penrith halfback has been unfairly criticised following NSW’s loss in Origin I.
- by Andrew Johns
Embrace your inner Cam: Tedesco to become ref whisperer in Origin II
The Maroons gained a critical advantage at the ruck in Origin I, prompting NSW skipper James Tedesco to follow the lead of one of Queensland’s all-time greats.
- by Dan Walsh
‘Foot in both camps’: Blues pair Tupou, Staggs named in Tonga Test squad
Tongan coach Kristian Woolf and Blues counterpart Brad Fittler have spoken about what to do with Daniel Tupou and Kotoni Staggs.
- by Christian Nicolussi
‘Quick to forget’: Luai and Cleary keen to silence critics
Jarome Luai says he was amused by the criticism of the NSW side after the defeat in the series opener and is looking forward to hitting back in game two.
- by Caden Helmers
‘Tonga will always be there’: Hasler urges Olakau’atu to help save NSW
The Manly second-rower burst into Origin contention with another five-star display, but does he want to play for the Blues this year?
- by Adam Pengilly
Opinion
State of Origin
‘We let him down’: Fittler says Cleary criticism is out of line
The Blues are surprised at the level of blame directed at Cleary – the premiership-winning half who guided NSW to last year’s series win is the man they have faith in.
- by Danny Weidler
‘No talent required’: The secret to Queensland’s Origin I victory
They are the moments that fans don’t always notice - the one-percent plays that require zero skill but plenty of heart. And Queensland coach Billy Slater knows them better than anyone.
- by Caden Helmers
Opinion
State of Origin
If Latrell is available, Fittler must pick him for Origin II
The Blues desperately need the Rabbitohs fullback’s ability to blow a game apart, but Mitchell is still “touch and go” recovering from knee surgery and COVID-19.
- by Andrew Webster
‘I’ve got my reality check’: Cleary shoulders blame for Blues loss
The NSW No.7 says he has to be more like Cameron Munster and Daly Cherry-Evans in owning the big moments, vowing to help the Blues rewrite 17 years of Origin history.
- by Caden Helmers and Adam Pengilly
‘It doesn’t faze me’: Munster happy to be off the drink as DCE pays tribute
Queensland fans should be thanking the Storm for enforcing Munster’s booze ban, while halves partner Daly Cherry-Evans has revealed his sole misstep on Wednesday.
- by Christian Nicolussi