After a marathon meeting last night new Queensland Coach Paul Green has settled on his side to take on New South Wales in Game 1.
As expected, Reed Mahoney has been included to make his Queensland debut alongside Kyle Feldt. Selectors had a number of tough decisions to make with a host of injuries and suspensions to deal with.
Ben Hunt was overlooked for selection which will be one of the big talking points after last year’s miracle Queensland victory.
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Instead of selecting the team by positions, the squad has been announced in alphabetical order as Queensland look to give injured players Cameron Munster, Kalyn Ponga and Harry Grant every chance to make the starting lineup.
There’s also the matter of the judiciary which could be a big problem for the Maroons with Felise Kaufusi needing to defend a tripping charge from the weekend’s NRL matches.
State of Origin 2021 Teams
Queensland Maroons
Jai Arrow
AJ Brimson
Kurt Capewell
Daly Cherry-Evans (c)
Xavier Coates
Tino Fa’asuamaleaui
Kyle Feldt
David Fifita
Moeaki Fotuaika
Dane Gagai
Harry Grant
Coen Hess
Valentine Holmes
Felise Kaufusi
Reed Mahoney
Cameron Munster
Joe Ofahengaue
Kalyn Ponga
Jaydn Su’A
Christian Welch
The Queensland team announcement comes after Brad Fittler named the New South Wales team last night. The team news was delayed after an injury to Tyson Frizell in Newcastle’s match against Manly.
NSW Blues
1. James Tedesco (c)
2. Brian To’o
3. Latrell Mitchell
4. Tom Trbojevic
5. Josh Addo-Carr
6. Jarome Luai
7. Nathan Cleary
8. Daniel Saifiti
9. Damien Cook
10. Jake Trbojevic
11. Cameron Murray
12. Tariq Sims
13. Isaah Yeo
Bench
14. Jack Wighton
15. Junior Paulo
16. Payne Haas
17. Liam Martin
Reserves: 18. Api Koroisau, 19. Campbell Graham
Greg
Roar Pro
there isnt really a standard return to play time on a sprained ligament without a grading given and we dont know the grade of Munster's injury. Id assume he will be right to play as there has been no indication that it is not a grade 1 sprain, which would see return to play inside a month quite normal.
Randy
Roar Rookie
As a NSW supporter, please pick Opacic... barely first grade standard
Tony
Roar Guru
:laughing:
farkurnell
Roar Rookie
When he stops taking Freddy Bins out,he’ll be kicked to the curb
Nat
Roar Guru
Ok, so you have the location and the bunker loaded... NSW do have players out of position but Freddy has chosen them that way. It's on him if it doesn't play out the way he is anticipating.
Tony
Roar Guru
I can only conclude that Graham is Freddy's next door neighbour
farkurnell
Roar Rookie
Nat there’s an old Cliche in World Sport - A champion Team will always beat a Team of Champions.The Blues have a lot of players playing out of positions ,for my liking.Not saying they can’t win but it’s going to be an even contest, particularly With Mr Bunker playing a part
Nat
Roar Guru
Hahahaha, you can write as many times as you like. NSW will always be first game favourites. You have every superstar in the game and a position for all of them...
Joey
Guest
www.drdavidgeier.com/ask-dr-geier-lisfranc-injury-sports/amp/ Anyone who feels like enlightening themselves on a Lisfranc injury, here’s some info, and relevant to returning to sport. It’s a Lisfranc sprain that Munster has. He only injured it in round 9. If the above article is any guide, suggesting a return to sport anywhere from 4-6 months, would be season over if it was right. Could it be smoke and mirrors by naming him in the squad at all if he is absolutely no chance. Even if he plays, just stepping on his foot (accidentally of course - no intent / no force) would be all it would take to re-injure.
farkurnell
Roar Rookie
No Nat the Blues have been hoodwinked by the Media -this is the Greatest Maroon side EVER. Our boys will have to overcome every adversity throw up north of the Tweed.We know our boys will have to play to the best of there abilities against the Toad Juggernaut but we will somehow prevail.
Nat
Roar Guru
Ha! It says plenty...
farkurnell
Roar Rookie
We won’t be falling into that trap again.As every Blue knowns - this is the GREATEST Maroon side Ever!Forget all those know nothing Journalists, trying to beat up NSW chances - the Blues have as much chance as the Dogs lifting the title.However somehow the Blues will overcome all the hurdles placed before them and triumph magnificently!
Watda
Guest
Nothing, trophies can’t talk?
Kurt S
Roar Pro
I wouldn't be blooding Walker. He started strong this season but he dropped his bundle a bit when his team were under pressure the other week. This is no disrespect to Walker, but he needs a bit more experience under duress to allow him to learn to counter punch before he is seriously considered for Origin.
Succhi
Roar Rookie
Only surprises for me are Joe Ofahengaue, the need for QLD to name in alphabetical order and Freddy’s obsession with Campbell Graham.
danwain
Roar Rookie
I’m basing it on their respective performances for the dragons this season
Tony
Roar Guru
:crying:
Tony
Roar Guru
I find that it's better for my mental health not to watch
Nat
Roar Guru
Why would the "Bestest Best" care abut the patch of grass they play on? Sounds like the Bestest cop out.
Andrew01
Roar Rookie
I can't believe there isn't a better option than the revolving gate that is Kyle Feldt. Paul Green should know as well as anyone what this guy's effort plays (or lack there of) look like in defence sometimes. Anyone remember the time Kyle Feldt attempted chased down a run away attacker...Nope. There is a reason