US EditionBlues within sight of a first series win after dominating Maroons
- NSW dominated Queensland 32-12 in the opening game of the 2025 women's State of Origin series at Suncorp Stadium on Thursday night.
- The game followed a dry Anzac Day weekend that damaged the Suncorp turf, prompting a last-minute grass replacement before kickoff.
- Jesse Southwell's playmaking and strong forward pack led NSW's performance, while Queensland faced absences like Shannon Mato and tactical challenges.
- A record crowd of 26,022 witnessed the match, and an eye-gouging complaint against Queensland was reported during the game but awaits judicial review.
- Holding a 1-0 advantage, NSW built on their strong start and aimed to secure the series, with the concluding games set to take place in Newcastle and Townsville.
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Sydney Morning Herald
Blues within sight of a first series win after dominating Maroons
The Blues have a 1-0 series lead in the Women’s State of Origin series, after a comprehensive 32-12 victory over the Maroons in game one at Suncorp Stadium.
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Australia In the State of Origin women’s rugby opener, a best-of-three rugby league series, the New South Wales Blues defeated the Queensland Maroons 32-12 at Suncorp Stadium in Milton, Australia. The contest kicking off the women’s tournament was held in front of a record crowd of 26,000 fans on Thursday. Blues player Ellie Johnston notched a decisive four-pointer midway through the second half, helping extend her team’s lead, ultimately secur…
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Southwell, NSW debutants shine in record Origin win
NSW have begun their new era in style, thrashing Queensland by 32-12 in the women's State of Origin series opener.
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