Later today, the decider for the 2026 State of Origin series will take place, and before the action gets underway, here is everything you need to know.
New South Wales pulled off the biggest comeback in Origin history in Game I to defeat Queensland, in one of the most thrilling and entertaining matches in Origin history.
After racing to a 20-0 lead after 21 minutes, the Maroons looked in complete control, but that would be the last of their points for the rest of the game.
Full-back Kalyn Ponga was then controversially sent off in the second half for a high tackle, which then allowed the Blues to overcome what was a 14-point deficit at that point.
Game II went the way of Queensland, with an utterly dominant second half seeing the Maroons level the series after a 44-24 win.
Dolphins winger Selywn Cobbo bagged a hat-trick, whilst the England-eligible Sam Walker again stole the show in only his second Origin appearance.
All of that makes for a thrilling tomorrow, which will take place at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane. Before that, though, here is everything you need to know about that game.
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Where can I watch State of Origin Game II?
For UK fans, Game III will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Action and Sky Sports Main Event, with the programme set to start at 10:ooam.
There will be just over an hour of build-up before kick-off comes at 11:10am.
Who is the referee?
Ashley Klein will take the whistle, as he has done for the first two games. There were plenty of calls for Klein, who is also an ex-Super League match official, to be relieved from Origin duties after his decision to send off Ponga in Game I, but the powers that be have opted to keep him as the referee for all three ties.
Who are the favourites?
Many are backing Queensland to take the series, after the collapse in Game II suggests that the Blues are just not at the level they need to be to win an Origin series. Head coach Laurie Daley is under fire for some of his selection and interchange calls, whilst home advantage swings the game even further into Queensland’s favour.
Bookmakers Betfred and Bet365 have both priced the Maroons as slight favourites, and have given them a handicap of two and four points respectively.
Have the teams been confirmed?
The sides have been confirmed for the clash, with the late mail now in from both camps.
Billy Slater remains unchanged in his starting 13 that won him Game II, meaning Queensland continue with Kalyn Ponga at full-back and Reece Walsh on the bench.
Patrick Carrigan and Jeremiah Nanai both return on the bench in place of Lindsay Collins and Kulikefu Finefeuiaki.
For the Blues, there are three changes to the back line with Jack Bostock, Bradman Best and Stephen Crichton all coming in for Brian To’o, Tolutau Koula and Kotoni Staggs respectively. The only other changes to the starting line-up sees Liam Martin come in for Dylan Lucas.
Cameron Murray has been named on the bench amid calls for him to start the game. England international Victor Radley has dropped to the reserves.
New South Wales:Â 1. James Tedesco, 2. Jack Bostock, 3. Bradman Best, 4. Stephen Crichton, 5. Mark Nawaqanitawase, 6. Mitchell Moses, 7. Nathan Cleary, 8. Payne Haas, 9. Reece Robson, 10. Mitchell Barnett, 11. Hudson Young, 12. Liam Martin, 13. Isaah Yeo
Bench:Â 14. Cameron Murray, 15. Addin Fonua-Blake, 16. Haumole Olakau’atu, 17. Blayke Brailey, 18. Ethan Strange, 19. Tolutau Koula
Queensland:Â 1. Kalyn Ponga, 2. Selywn Cobbo, 3. Robert Toia, 4. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, 5. Jojo Fifita, 6. Cameron Munster, 7. Sam Walker, 8. Thomas Flegler, 9. Harry Grant, 10. Tino Fa’asuamaleaui, 11. Briton Nikora, 12. Kurt Capewell, 13. Reuben Cotter
Bench:Â 14. Max Plath, 15. Patrick Carrigan, Jeremiah Nanai, 17. Trent Loiero, 18. Reece Walsh, 19. Murray Tuilagi
