The first try of the 2026 State of Origin series is in the books, with Robert Toia crossing for the Queensland Maroons off a classy grubber kick from debutant Sam Walker.
Following a Stephen Crichton knock-on, the Maroons have capitalised early.
Walker, noticing that Hudson Young was out of position, put a kick behind the defensive line in the ninth minute of the match. Walker then converted the try for a 6-0 lead for the Maroons.
It is a perfect start for Billy Slater and the Sunshine State's quest to keep the Origin shield up north.
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