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Blues dominate Maroons 38‑6 in Origin II

Blues dominate Maroons 38‑6 in Origin II

By Semi Turaga
24/06/2019
New South Wales dominated from start to finish in Perth. Photo: AAP/Dave Hunt

New South Wales has claimed a dominant, series‑levelling 38‑6 victory over Queensland in State of Origin game two.

A hat‑trick from centre Tom Trbojevic and another masterful performance by James Tedesco at full‑back saw the Blues win at Perth Stadium.

New South Wales’ slick ball handling and dynamic outside backs blew Queensland away, with the Maroons never really in the contest and rarely threatening the Blues line.

With the series all square, the two sides will head to Sydney's Olympic Stadium for the decider on July 10, although the Blues will consider themselves clear favourites to retain the Origin shield after such a clinical performance.

Blues coach Brad Fittler made seven changes to the side that was beaten in game one amid much criticism, but he will feel happy with his selections as James Maloney and Trbojevic in particular pulled Queensland apart.

Source: ABC

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