State of Origin 2025

The story so far

New South Wales won the first State of Origin match 18-6 against Queensland at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, before a crowd of 54,483, after a strong first half.^{29 May 2025} Queensland won the second match at Optus Stadium in Perth, and that report said Queensland had maintained its lead over New South Wales.^{18 Jun 2025} The series now reaches its decider at Accor Stadium, where Queensland captain Cameron Munster will lead the Maroons, who are seeking the series title.^{9 Jul 2025} Munster is playing in the decider following the recent death of his father.^{9 Jul 2025}

Latest

The most recent report says Munster will captain Queensland in the decider while playing after his father's recent death.^{9 Jul 2025}

What's next

The series decider is to be played at Accor Stadium, where Queensland are seeking the series title.^{9 Jul 2025}

Key moments

1. 29 May 2025New South Wales win the series opener 18-6 at Suncorp Stadium.
2. 18 Jun 2025Queensland defeat New South Wales in the second match at Optus Stadium, Perth.
3. 9 Jul 2025Cameron Munster to captain Queensland in the decider despite his father's recent death.

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