The Good Game Podz

The 2026 State of Origin series is over, and the Blues have done it — defeating Queensland 30–12 at Suncorp Stadium to claim the series!

Jerome and Jonah are back on the pod as we break down the Origin decider, the biggest moments from Game III, and all the fallout from a huge weekend of rugby league.

In this episode, we discuss:

🏆 NSW winning the Origin series at Suncorp
⭐ Nathan Cleary's Game III performance and whether the Origin criticism can finally end
🔥 Mitchell Moses' impact alongside Cleary
🔵 The Blues' defensive effort and where they won the game
🔴 Where Queensland and Billy Slater got it wrong
👀 The controversial Jack Bostock moment and the bunker debate
🧠 Laurie Daley's selections, bench rotation and Game III adjustments
🏉 What both states need to do moving forward
📊 A full Round 19 review
🦈 The Sharks' massive 66–0 win over the Dolphins
🐯 The Tigers' struggles and questions around their future
🐰 Souths surviving a thriller against the Knights
🦅 Tom Trbojevic's return and Manly's finals hopes
🔥 The race for the Top 8 heating up
🎯 Our Round 20 tips and predictions

Was this the game that finally cemented Nathan Cleary's Origin legacy? And after all the criticism throughout the series, did Laurie Daley get it right when it mattered most?

👇 Let us know your thoughts — what was the biggest reason NSW won the 2026 Origin series?

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The State of Origin decider is finally here, and there's plenty to unpack before the biggest game of the series.

Joining me this week is JC as we break down:

🔵 NSW's Game III squad and the biggest selection debates🪽 Was dropping Brian To'o the right call?⭐ Jack Bostock's Origin debut.💪 Mitchell Moses vs Nathan Cleary🏉 Why Cameron Murray should start the decider🔥 The tactical battle between Laurie Daley and Billy Slater👀 Why NSW still struggles to understand "Origin football"📊 Round 18 review

🦈 Broncos' season hanging by a thread?🐉 Dragons building with their young forward pack🐆 Moses Leota's future and what it means for Penrith

Plus, we share our predictions for the Origin decider and discuss what NSW must do to reclaim the shield.

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👇 Who wins Origin III? And was Brian To'o unlucky to miss out?

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The **State of Origin III squads** are locked in, and there's no shortage of talking points heading into the decider at Suncorp Stadium.

In this episode, I break down:

🔵 NSW's Game III squad selections

🚨 Brian To'o dropped from the Blues

⭐ Jack Bostock set to make his Origin debut

💪 Bradman Best returns to the Origin arena

🧠 My thoughts on the Blues' spine and bench rotation

🔴 Queensland's settled squad and Billy Slater's approach

👔 The latest on Billy Slater's coaching future

📺 The NRL's historic **$5.3 billion broadcast deal**

👀 Moses Leota granted permission to negotiate with others

🏉 Full Round review of round 17

🔥 Players who boosted their Origin credentials

🏆 My predictions for the Origin decider

Can the Blues bounce back and win the series at Suncorp, or will Queensland lift the shield once again?

👇 Let me know your thoughts:Was dropping Brian To'o the right call? And who wins the Origin decider?

Welcome back to another episode of Good Game Podz!

This week, Kilifi and Ox join me as we break down all the fallout from State of Origin Game II and look ahead to what could be one of the biggest deciders in recent memory.

We discuss Queensland's dominant second-half performance, Laurie Daley's bench rotation, whether NSW got their selections wrong, and the changes we'd make for Game III.

We also dive into:
• The impact of Harry Grant and Queensland's middle dominance
• Whether Api Koroisau should have been used differently
• Nathan Cleary, Mitchell Moses and the Blues' attacking struggles
• Potential NSW team changes for the decider
• The Israel Folau and Wests Tigers debate
• Full Round 17 NRL review
• Newcastle Knights' rise up the ladder
• Dolphins continuing their incredible form
• Titans upsetting the Panthers
• The biggest stories from around the NRL

As always, we finish by discussing the major talking points across the competition and what to watch heading into another huge week of rugby league.

Who should NSW pick for Game III? Did Laurie Daley get it wrong? And can Queensland complete the job at Suncorp Stadium?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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🎙️ BONUS EPISODE – STATE OF ORIGIN II REACTION

Queensland have levelled the series with a commanding 44-24 win over New South Wales at the MCG, setting up a blockbuster decider at Suncorp Stadium.

In this episode, I break down:

• Queensland's second-half domination• Harry Grant's influence around the ruck• The Maroons' creativity and attacking execution• NSW's bench rotation and interchange decisions• Why Api Koroisau remained unused• The performances of Nathan Cleary, Mitchell Moses and Dylan Lucas• Whether Laurie Daley was outcoached by Billy Slater• Potential changes for Game III• My early thoughts on the decider at Suncorp Stadium

The series is now tied 1-1 and everything comes down to Game III.

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In this episode, I break down:

🔵 Casey McLean ruled out through injury
🔥 Mark Nawaqanitawase promoted to the starting side
👏 Jack Bostock earns an Origin call-up
💪 Mitchell Moses declared fit for Game 2
🏉 Why Moses' kicking game could be NSW's biggest weapon
💔 The tragic passing of Tino Fa'asuamaleaui's father and the impact it could have on the Maroons camp
🎲 The Ashley Klein gambling controversy and whether it's being blown out of proportion

Plus, my final thoughts and predictions heading into one of the biggest games of the year as the Blues look to wrap up the series in Melbourne.

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👇 Who wins Origin II and who will be Player of the Match?

The State of Origin Game 2 squads have been named, and there are plenty of talking points.

In this episode, I break down:

🔵 The NSW Blues squad for Game 2

🏉 Casey McLean named to start

👀 Haumole Olakau'atu relegated to 20th man

🔥 Mitchell Moses selected ahead of Ethan Strange

⭐ Dylan Lucas set to make his Origin debut

💪 Api Koroisau called up to replace Brayden Brailey

👏 Mark Nawaqanitawase earns Origin call-up🦅 Kieran Foran signs on through to the end of 2029

I also share my thoughts on the biggest selection calls, who was unlucky to miss out, and what these changes mean heading into a must-win Origin clash.

👇 What changes would you have made to the NSW squad?

Jared and Tukai join me to unpack State of Origin Game I and discuss the biggest moments from the series opener.

We share our thoughts on the result, the standout performers, and the key talking points coming out of the game before turning our attention to Round 13.

We also discuss: • The Dragons' first win of the season • Newcastle's impressive run of form • Panthers vs Warriors as a potential Grand Final preview • Why the Sharks and Raiders are among the toughest home teams in the competition

Plus, our Round 14 predictions and tips.

Thanks for listening to Good Game Podz.

In this episode:• State of Origin Game 1 review• The Kalyn Ponga send-off controversy• Which rookies stood up under Origin pressure?• Did NSW deserve the win despite Queensland being reduced to 12 men?• Nathan Cleary's best Origin performance?• Round 14 NRL tips and predictions

The 2026 State of Origin squads are in, and we break down every major talking point.

Join us as we discuss:

The official Game I Origin team lists3

Ivan Cleary stepping down from the Panthers in 2028

The Dragons’ latest recruitment moves

Magic Round review

Our tips for the upcoming NRL round

A packed episode full of rugby league analysis, debate, and predictions.

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