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How often has Ponga really starred at Origin, though?My nominations for Newcastle are:
* All-time: Darius 'pot plant' Boyd. Came in on big money, but all he did was pass to his wingers. Except, of course, one week before Origin selections where he dug in and had a go. And I seem to recall he put 2-3 games in a row in one year. The last round, plus a Finals game or two.
Current: Our present Darius, Kalyn Ponga. Absolutely no doubting his speed, agility, and talent, but seems to phone it in most weeks before being a star of Origin. He's on too much money for the output he gives back at the moment.
Unfortunately none of the rest of the Knights are highly rated anymore, so KP's the obvious choice here.
The only games I can think of were his Origin debut in 2018 and this years' decider.