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Against the Odds: Maroons Triumph in Epic State of Origin Decider

QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, JUL 9 – Queensland's experienced lineup led by legends and key players like Tom Dearden secured a commanding 20-0 halftime lead to stun New South Wales in the State of Origin series.

  • On Wednesday, Queensland Maroons led 20-0 at halftime and won 24-12, stunning the Blues in the decider.
  • In the lead-up, Queensland coach Billy Slater made bold roster moves, including recalling Josh Papali'i from retirement and signing rookie Gehamat Shibasaki on a train-and-trial deal, boosting confidence for the decider.
  • Following Queensland's upset victory, Cleary was denied a series win, and Daley expressed disappointment over the team's poor start.
  • Beyond this result, Queensland’s series record of eight wins in ten deciders since 2011 cements their long-term dominance in the Origin rivalry.
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'Bigger than the sport': Maroons, Blues rally around Munster as QLD claim Origin decider

It was a touching scene in game three, the Origin decider, as Cameron Munster's teammates embraced him, followed by his NSW Blues rivals after Queensland's 24-12 triumph.

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NZ Herald broke the news in Auckland, New Zealand on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
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