State of Origin 2024

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State of Origin 2024: Shocking Changes in NSW Blues Squad Announcement

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Breaking news: New coach Michael Maguire has stunned fans with a major shake-up in the NSW Blues squad, dropping big names and introducing six debutants for the upcoming State of Origin series opener!

The State of Origin 2024 has brought a wave of surprises in the NSW Blues squad as coach Michael Maguire made bold decisions in his team selection. In a shocking move, incumbent captain James Tedesco was axed, paving the way for Penrith's Dylan Edwards to take the lead as fullback and captain. Maguire's announcement included the inclusion of six debutants, indicating a significant shift in the team dynamic.

Amidst the buzz, fans were left in awe as the Westpac NSW Blues revealed a new-look team for the highly anticipated Ampol State of Origin series opener on June 5. The selection whispers prior to the game one announcement had tongues wagging, with a Dragons star making his way into the squad, adding more excitement to the mix.

The State of Origin showdown reached a fever pitch as the confirmed team lists for NSW and QLD were unveiled, setting the stage for an intense battle on June 5 in Sydney. With Jake Trbojevic emerging as the unexpected choice for captain in game one, the Blues' lineup promises to bring a fresh energy and determination to the field.

In a final twist, former coach Brad Fittler paid tribute to Dylan Edwards and the six NSW Origin rookies, acknowledging the surprises introduced by Michael Maguire. As the Ampol State of Origin series approaches, all eyes are on the NSW Blues and the new faces set to make their mark in the rugby league arena.

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BREAKING: Madge's bold Blues shake-up as big names dumped ... (Fox Sports)

A new era for the Blues is here and Michael Maguire has taken little time to make a statement, dropping incumbent captain James Tedesco as NSW named six ...

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Blues announce new-look team for Origin opener (NRL.COM)

Westpac New South Wales Blues coach Michael Maguire has named several new faces as part of his squad for the Ampol State of Origin series opener on June 5 ...

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Dragons star among shock NSW Blues inclusions (Wide World of Sports)

Welcome to Wide World of Sports' LIVE coverage of State of Origin selection whispers ahead of game one.

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Shock captaincy call shakes up NSW Blues (NEWS.com.au)

First-year NSW coach Michael Maguire battled a series of headaches before naming a brand new Blues squad for this year's State of Origin showdown.

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State of Origin confirmed team lists: NSW and QLD lineups for Game 1 (Sporting News AU)

Here's how New South Wales and Queensland will line up in Game 1 of the 2024 State of Origin series in Sydney on June 5.

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Tedesco out, Edwards in: Six Blues debutants named for Game I (Daily Telegraph)

Roosters star James Tedesco has been sensationally dumped as NSW fullback and captain with Penrith's Dylan Edwards finally bulldozing his way into the Blues ...

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Westpac NSW Blues name six debutants for Origin I (New South Wales Rugby League)

Westpac NSW Blues coach Michael Maguire has named six debutants for the opening game of the Ampol State of Origin series at Accor Stadium in Sydney on ...

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Fittler pays tribute to Edwards among Madge's Origin 'surprises' (The Sydney Morning Herald)

The Blues have named six NSW Origin rookies as Michael Maguire's predecessor Brad Fittler congratulated Dylan Edwards on a long-awaited debut at the expense ...

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Blues Origin team CONFIRMED: Tedesco, Api axed, Trbojevic to ... (The Roar)

Jake Trbojevic has been unveiled as a shock choice as captain for NSW in game one of the State of Origin series on June…

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State of Origin Game 1: NSW Blues confirm squad for series opener (Zero Tackle)

Michael Maguire has confirmed his first New South Wales Blues team for the 2024 State of Origin series opener.

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'Freak' QLD will be glad NSW left out; huge Penrith headache looms ... (Fox Sports)

'Freak' QLD will be glad NSW left out; huge Penrith headache looms: Winners & Losers.

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TEAMS: 2024 Men's State of Origin Series » League Unlimited (League Unlimited)

All the teamlists and match officials for the 2024 mens series as they come to hand. All times are listed in AEST (NSW/QLD/VIC/ACT) unless otherwise noted. All ...

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BREAKING: Slater's bombshell confirmed as Fifita axed in Maroons ... (Fox Sports)

Billy Slater has wielded the axe, with incumbent back-rower David Fifita missing out on selection in the 20-man squad, while Tom Dearden has won the battle ...

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Maroons name strong Origin squad for Game One (NRL.COM)

Queensland coach Billy Slater has named his 20-man squad for Game One of the 2024 Ampol State of Origin series to be played at Accor Stadium.

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Maroons squad named for Origin Game I (QRL)

Queensland Rugby League is pleased to announce the Queensland Maroons squad for Game I of the 2024 State of Origin series in Sydney on June 5.

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Watch: Maguire addresses Blues squad selection, Tedesco axing (Daily Telegraph)

Michael Maguire has revealed the tough call he had to make to axe former captain James Tedesco for Dylan Edwards.

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Fifita snubbed, Cobbo benched: Maroons' Origin I squad revealed (Courier Mail)

Queensland coach Billy Slater has dropped a bombshell by axing incumbent back-rower David Fifita and handing a Maroons debut to Eels ironman J'maine Hopgood ...

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Slater explains Fifita snub, why Dearden edged out Mam (The Mercury)

Queensland coach Billy Slater has backed Tom Dearden to fill the Cameron Munster void and explained his shock decision to axe incumbent back-rower David ...

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Queensland Maroons name State of Origin Game I squad, David ... (ABC News)

David Fifita has missed out on Origin selection as Billy Slater names three potential debutants in the extended Queensland squad for Game I.

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State of Origin 2024: Game 1 Team Lists (Zero Tackle)

Both New South Wales and Queensland have confirmed their teams for Game 1 of the 2024 State of Origin series.

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