NSW Blues is all set and ready for the 2022 State of Origin Rugby event. The confirmed lineups will be soon announced in the coming days. Let’s have some predicted players to get in for NSW.
Latrell Mitchel is likely to miss the series opener due to a hamstring injury. This could make room for many talented centres. Stephen Crichton seems to be the frontrunner at this stage. However, Siosifa Malakai and Kotoni Staggs aren’t far behind.
Brian To’o was out of Penrith’s Round 2 game but is expected back after his knee injury. Daniel Tupou, if he is unable to return to the game against Queensland, will likely replace him on the wing.
Keaon Koloamatangi has been a great player for South Sydney and Ryan Papenhuyzen might have played himself into the bench utility position after shining at Cronulla.
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NSW Blues Team Lineups (Confirmed) for 2022 State of Origin Game 1
The State of Origin series for this year will start on Wednesday, 8 June. The NSW Blues are looking to win two consecutive series. Brad Fittler is looking to keep his side successful in 2021 with many of the same players, but could also be looking for new talent.
1. James Tedesco
2. Brian To’o
3. Kotoni Staggs
4. Jack Wighton
5. Daniel Tupou
6. Jarome Luai
7. Nathan Cleary
8. Payne Haas
9. Damien Cook
10. Junior Paulo
11. Cameron Murray
12. Tariq Sims
13. Isaah Yeo
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14. Stephen Crichton
15. Liam Martin
16. Reagan Campbell-Gillard
17. Ryan Matterson
(18. Nicho Hynes)
We will be updating the confirmed list of players after the official announcement in the coming days.
More News on State of Origin 2022
Adding more news and updates for the 2022 State of Origin below.
- When is Blues Opening Game against Marrons?
NSW will face QLD on 8th June 2022 in Game 1.
- Where can I watch the match online?
Watchnrl’s official website will have the full streaming of State of Origin all games in HD quality.
- Where is Game 1 of State of Origin
The location for the opening game is fixed at ANZ Stadium, Sydney.
Final Words
Mark your diaries, Queenslanders! This series will be extra significant because it marks the first year of Billy Slater as Queensland Maroons Maroons Head Coach. State of Origin, Australia’s most famous sporting rivalry, will be played in Sydney and Brisbane. The games will also be held in Brisbane and Perth.
The West will host Game II of the Ampol State of Origin in 2022. Optus Stadium was packed with 59,721 people as the Blues beat the Maroons to win the inaugural Origin in Western Australia.