While the State of Origin is the centre piece of the representative round, there are plenty of other great games taking place. A huge number of NRL players will feature in what will be a terrific weekend of football. These are the 10 players to watch in those games.
The Denver international is an excellent opportunity for young New Zealand players to stand up and show the rugby league world their abilities. Te Maire Martin is one such player who will be able to play the way he wants and lead the Kiwis across the park. Martin is a skilled young playmaker and will make the most of this opportunity.
CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND - NOVEMBER 04: Te Maire Martin of New Zealand makes a break during the 2017 Rugby League World Cup match between the New Zealand Kiwis and Scotland at AMI Stadium on November 4, 2017 in Christchurch, New Zealand. (Photo by Teaukura Moetaua/Getty Images)