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The NSW Blues completed the first-ever Women's State of Origin clean sweep, defeating Queensland 3-0 in an emotional finale at Robina Stadium. Captain Isabelle Kelly was moved to tears after the historic achievement, praising coach John Strange for creating a culture where players flourish.
New South Wales pulled off rugby league's most dramatic comeback, erasing a 14-point deficit to defeat Queensland 22-20 in a thrilling State of Origin opener. Veteran captain James Tedesco sealed the historic win with a spectacular catch in the 78th minute.
Rugby league player Tolu Koula will make his State of Origin debut at the same Sydney stadium where both his parents competed as Olympic athletes for Tonga. The 23-year-old winger brings world-class speed genes to the biggest stage in Australian rugby.
A decade after ending a 17-year losing streak, New South Wales women's rugby league team returns to the Gold Coast aiming for their first ever 3-0 series sweep. Captain Isabelle Kelly, who played in that breakthrough 2016 victory at age 19, now leads a team on the verge of dynasty status.
Over 73,000 rugby league fans packed Brisbane's Lang Park for Magic Round, with women's State of Origin kicking off three days of back-to-back games. The festival is bringing millions to Queensland's economy while elevating women's rugby to equal billing with the men's game.
In a nail-biting State of Origin opener, New South Wales defeated Queensland 11-6 thanks to two game-changing defensive plays that showed what champions are made of. The gritty battle at Hunter Stadium proved women's rugby league deserves the spotlight.
New South Wales and Queensland women's rugby league teams spent six brutal weeks preparing for their biggest match without playing a single warm-up game. Their solution? They turned practice into battle.
Millie Elliott is making her State of Origin comeback just seven-and-a-half months after having a baby. Her daughter Gigi will be watching from the stands as her mum takes the field for New South Wales.
Melbourne Storm's Jahrome Hughes turned down a chance to play State of Origin rugby, saying he'd only wear a jersey he truly loves. The New Zealand halfback's decision puts passion ahead of a six-figure payday.
Rugby league just made history by allowing players to compete for both their national team and State of Origin, opening doors for stars like Kalyn Ponga. The rule change strengthens international competition while preserving the beloved interstate rivalry.
After a 26-year hiatus, AFL State of Origin roared back to life with 58,141 fans packing Perth Stadium to watch Victoria defeat Western Australia. Both coaches are now calling for the game to become an annual tradition after witnessing the overwhelming success.
For the first time in 40 years, Australia's iconic State of Origin rugby league match will be played outside the country, and New Zealand is rolling out the welcome mat. Auckland's Eden Park will host one game of the 2027 series, marking a historic moment for the sport across the ditch.