QLD Maroons 2024

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Eligibility for QLD confirmed.

Hau Tapuha hoping for a Sharks attack at his former home

Cronulla forward Tuku Hau Tapuha will be hoping some home comforts will help as the Sharks look to address a two-game losing streak against the Broncos.

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Eels forward J'maine Hopgood, who was backing up from Origin, suffered from a nerve problem in his back.

“In hindsight, J’maine Hopgood probably shouldn't have played. He's got a nerve problem in his back.

“It was a big effort for him to get out there, but he was fairly hampered by that from Origin the other night ... I think Liam Martin had a fair bit to do with it last week, so we'll see; he's a tough fellow Hoppy, but we have got to learn from that as well and we've got a short turnaround so we'll have to manage that this week."

See: https://www.nrl.com/news/2024/01/01/nrl-casualty-ward-latest-injury-news-return-dates-and-details/

 

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Maroons forward J'maine Hopgood has been ruled out of his side's clash with the Roosters on Saturday after succumbing to a back issue.

The 25-year-old could now be in doubt for the Maroons in Game Two of the Origin series, which will be played in Melbourne on June 26.

Titans back-rower David Fifita will miss his chance to press for a Maroons recall after an ankle injury ruled him out of Saturday's game against Wests Tigers.

Fifita has suffered a minor ankle injury and the Titans have chosen to rest him as a precaution, with the dynamic forward expected back in Round 16.

Latest: https://www.nrl.com/news/2024/01/01/nrl-casualty-ward-latest-injury-news-return-dates-and-details/

 

[Desert Qlder]

Still think Welch is better than Hopgood.

 

[RecordBreakingMaroons.]

In Bill I trust.

To know Bill is to be in awe of Bill.

To play Origin for Bill is to be certain that nobody could have prepared you better.

Take heart. Bill has QLD tracing a long term arc for Origin. We are on firm foundations.

 

[RecordBreakingMaroons.]

I briefly got to know Luke Lewis' grandfather Reg who lived in QLD. During the 8 hours I spent with him we spoke at length about Rugby League.

One thing amongst many he said to me was his esteem for Bill Slater. He said "I have seen legendary fullbacks like Clive Churchill and many others but I have never seen a better fullback than Billy Slater".

There are a lot of great achievers in Sport, all sports, who rise to superhuman heights on the arena. In the contest. However they don't all translate across to become legendary coaches after they retire. Most simply aren't motivated in that direction.

Bill Slater was born to coach. He just also made himself a champion team player. Few people understand Rugby League like Mister Bill Slater. NSW do not and have not anyone who can stand on the same tier as Bill. I'm glad I barrack for the same team that he does. Bill will do no favours for NSW.

 

[isaiah]

Would love to see khan-pereira on an extended bench. Apprenticeship done

 

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Maroons forward J'maine Hopgood has been ruled out of his side's clash with the Roosters on Saturday after succumbing to a back issue.

The 25-year-old could now be in doubt for the Maroons in Game Two of the Origin series, which will be played in Melbourne on June 26.

Titans back-rower David Fifita will miss his chance to press for a Maroons recall after an ankle injury ruled him out of Saturday's game against Wests Tigers.

Fifita has suffered a minor ankle injury and the Titans have chosen to rest him as a precaution, with the dynamic forward expected back in Round 16.

Latest: https://www.nrl.com/news/2024/01/01/nrl-casualty-ward-latest-injury-news-return-dates-and-details/

Updated from same source:

Jai Arrow left the field late in South Sydney's win over the Broncos with what appeared to be a rib injury, but post-match interim coach Ben Hornby didn't believe there was any serious concern for his forward.

 

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Glad Lindsay Collins is okay after that tackle.

 

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So same squad selected? If Hopgood is ruled out, would Heilum Luki be brought into the 20-man squad?

 

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Queensland Maroons Game II squad

Queensland Maroons coach Billy Slater has today confirmed the Maroons’ line-up for Game II of the State of Origin series at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

www.qrl.com.au

 

[isaiah]

Is Cobbo injured?

 

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Trent Loiero: 'My old man Gino is over the moon'

An unsuspecting Trent Loiero was "very excited" to get the call from Queensland Maroons coach Billy Slater to join the squad for State of Origin Game II in Melbourne. His first call afterwards? His parents Gino and Leanne.

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In pictures: Maroons fan day Toowoomba

Thousands of fans flocked to Toowoomba for the Queensland Maroons Westpac fan day. Fans enjoyed activities, photos, autographs, and were able to watch their team train. Photos: Erick Lucero/QRL.

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[RecordBreakingMaroons.]

oh

 

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Heilum Luki: 'I love my state, I love where I come from'

Heilum Luki is riding high after being called up to join Billy Slater's Queensland Maroons squad for Game II in Melbourne.

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Tommy time: Dearden relishing first Origin camp as incumbent | QRL

It’s easy to forget that next week’s clash will be the first time Tom Dearden will play in back-to-back Origin matches, given how seamlessly he’s slotted into Queensland spine.

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Code-hopper Hammer happy to finally hit hallowed MCG turf | QRL

For those who have followed Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow’s sporting career, the sight of him playing on the hallowed MCG turf next week comes as no surprise.

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Warning signs: Nanai not satisfied with Origin I demolition | QRL

Jeremiah Nanai knows Queensland have plenty of improvement in them for Game Two and is looking forward to the battle ahead in the second row against a Blues outfit desperate to force a decider.

www.qrl.com.au

 

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Still think Welch is better than Hopgood.

Welch had a really good game last night. Getting back to his best.