Nathan Cleary Sends Blunt Message to Origin Doubters

Nathan Cleary sends blunt message to Origin doubters

‘Live by the sword, die by the sword.’

Cleary doesn’t care if masterclass silences doubters

Nathan Cleary acknowledges his game-one masterclass may not completely silence doubters of his State of Origin record, but the defiant NSW halfback simply does not care. The Blues erased a 20-0 deficit on Wednesday night and pulled off the biggest comeback in Origin history to take a 1-0 series lead into game two on June 17. “It felt like a nightmare in the first half and then it felt like a dream,” Cleary said. Nathan Cleary was instrumental i…

'Position you want to be in': Cleary embracing intensity of Origin spotlight

NSW Blues halfback Nathan Cleary has opened up on the mindset that allows him to relish the high-pressure moments after steering his side to a stunning come-from-behind victory in Wednesday's State of Origin opener.

Masked Panther: Proud family watches on as Cleary owns Origin • The Western Weekender

Cleary’s moment to shine He may be a four-time Premiership winning coach but last night Ivan Cleary was just like any proud father. The Cleary family watched Origin I from bay 131 at Accor Stadium, mixing with fans as they watched the Blues’ incredible comeback over the Maroons. Ivan cut a relaxed figure, enjoying a few drinks and attempting to blend in to the crowd wearing a cap and jacket. After a rough first half, Nathan produced a stunning f…

State of Origin 2026 Game 1 man of the match: Cleary claims honours after incredible comeback

He scored a try and kicked a game-changing 40/20.

Cleary silences ‘unfair’ criticism as Blues halfback crowned man of the match

Cleary silences ‘unfair’ criticism as Blues halfback crowned man of the match