Captain Smith reckons the Blues should be concerned with a Maroons record, last year's 52-6 Origin league demolition of NSW in Brisbane.

NSW will again adopt a conservative game plan in the State of Origin opener, Blues coach Laurie Daley said.

Mark Geyer has predicted dire consequences for Blues coach Laurie Daley if he fails to win this year's Origin series.

Queensland is set to heed Wendell Sailor's plea to "stay loyal" by selecting Nate Myles and Dane Gagai for State of Origin I.

Eight young Queensland players have been banned for 12 months after breaking curfew on a boozy night out.

Papua New Guinea police want State of Origin screenings banned due to serious post-match violence.

Adam Reynolds, Luke Keary and Blake Ferguson shape as possible beneficiaries of New South Wales's record State of Origin thumping.

Queensland were close to perfect in demolishing New South Wales in the State of Origin decider, but a banner at Suncorp Stadium left a bad taste in the mouth.

How did the players rate in State of Origin III? One Queenslander put in a perfect performance.

Live blog of State of Origin III - the deciding game between New South Wales and Queensland in Brisbane.

Like most fans, Jacob Lillyman couldn't wait to find out what made Queensland's Justin Hodges tick.

All the pressure ahead of Wednesday's State of Origin decider sits squarely on Queensland's shoulders, NSW coach Laurie Daley has declared.

New South Wales are making no secret of their intent to target Queensland rookies Dane Gagai and Will Chambers in Wednesday's State of Origin III league decider in Brisbane.