A preview of the State of Origin 2025 Game 3 decider between Queensland (Maroons) and New South Wales (Blues) at Accor Stadium in Sydney. Key factors influencing the outcome include Queensland coach Billy Slater's controversial recall of Josh Papalii, the potential impact of Queensland captain Cameron Munster's father's recent death, the unproven Queensland centre pairing of Robert Toia and Gehamat Shibasaki, and the injury cloud over Blues winger Brian To’o.
State of Origin 2025 Game 3: where the series decider will be won and lost
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️A preview of the State of Origin 2025 Game 3 decider between Queensland (Maroons) and New South Wales (Blues) at Accor Stadium in Sydney. Key factors influencing the outcome include Queensland coach Billy Slater's controversial recall of Josh Papalii, the potential impact of Queensland captain Cameron Munster's father's recent death, the unproven Queensland centre pairing of Robert Toia and Gehamat Shibasaki, and the injury cloud over Blues winger Brian To’o.
Trending- 1 2001: Allan Langer's recall to Origin.
- 2 2000s and 2010s: Maroons' era of dominance.
- 3 2022: Josh Papalii's last match for Queensland prior to recall.
- 4 Sunday (prior to Wednesday, July 9, 2025): Steve Munster, father of Cameron Munster, died.
- 5 Wednesday (July 9, 2025): State of Origin 2025 Game 3.
- Series winner determined
- Potential impact on players' careers and legacies
What: Preview of State of Origin 2025 Game 3, highlighting key player selections, team dynamics, and potential game-deciding factors.
When: Wednesday (for Game 3); Sunday (for Steve Munster's death).
Where: Accor Stadium, Sydney; Perth (Game 2).
Why: To determine the winner of the State of Origin series.
How: Through strategic player selections, team performance, and overcoming challenges like injuries and personal tragedies.