State of Origin Game 1: NSW Blues vs QLD Maroons full preview and prediction Can the Blues get off to a winning start, or will the Maroons take a victory on the road
State of Origin Game 1 live stream guide: How to watch NSW Blues vs QLD Maroons on TV or online
State of Origin kick-off time: When does Game 1 2024 start tonight?
Everything you need to know ahead of Origin I as grim forecast sets stage for wet and wild battle
The opening game of the State of Origin series is to be played on Wednesday, June 5 between the New South Wales Blues and Queensland Maroons.
Held at Sydney's Olympic Stadium in Homebush - known as Accor Stadium for sponsorship reasons - the game will kick-off at 8:05pm (AEST).
It is that time of year again. The weather is chilly and State of Origin is back, with Game One of the 2024 series set to kick off tonight.
Fresh from successive series losses in 2022 and 2023, New South Wales will be looking to kick start the Michael Maguire era with a bang on home turf. Though their task won’t be easy. Despite injuries, Billy Slater’s Maroons hold the Shield and will be looking to make it three series wins in a row in 2024.
Here, foxsports.com.au runs you through everything you need to know ahead of Game One of the 2024 State of Origin series.
Catch Game Two of the 2024 Ampol Women's State of Origin series live on Channel Nine in Australia while international viewers can also tune in and watch.
A week ago James Tedesco wasn't in the New South Wales team.
But his surprise recall four days out from the State of Origin opener is set to tip game one on its head.
Three of Wide World of Sports' rugby league experts have tipped Tedesco to be man of the match in a Blues win at Accor Stadium on Wednesday night.
Billy Slater’s plan for Queensland star Selwyn Cobbo has emerged with the 105kg back tipped to wreak havoc on tired Blues players.
Although the Maroons coach was tight-lipped on who will be in his starting line-up, it’s expected Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Murray Taulagi and Xavier Coates will all be named, leaving Cobbo on the bench.
However, News Corp reporter David Riccio believes the trio’s injury struggles at various stages of the season could come back to bite in Game I.
State of Origin has arrived for 2024, with Sydney preparing to host Game 1 tonight.
The NSW Blues have home-ground advantage for the opener as they look to snatch the shield back from the Queensland Maroons.
The State of Origin series is here, and the New South Wales Blues are up against it as they aim to overthrow two horrific years and get their hands back on the shield that the Queensland Maroons have dominated over the last 24 months.
And if they are going to bring the Shield back to New South Wales, they will need to take out the opener, with the chance of back-to-back wins in Melbourne and Brisbane for the final two games of the series looking unlikely at best.
The Blues come into the series under new management, with Michael Maguire taking the coaching over from Brad Fittler. It was a chance that had to happen after a dismal last two years for the men from south of the Tweed, and Maguire wasted no time stamping his authority on the team.
More on the team changes later, but Maguire promised an in-form team, and that is exactly what has been served up for the Blues, with the likes of Nicho Hynes, Angus Crichton and Zac Lomax earning jerseys.
But that doesn't mean they come into this series with the inside running against a Queensland side who have dominated in their first two series under Billy Slater.
The coach - and former champion fullback - has reminded his players what it means to wear the Maroon jersey, creating an us against everybody attitude that has just worked for a team with hard-working forwards and talented backs, all gelled together by the excellent kicking game of Daly Cherry-Evans.
The reason Queensland have won the last two series won't just go away because Fittler isn't coaching the Blues anymore, and despite injuries on both sides - which have been something of a major storyline leading into this year's series - this will still be an elite series played between the best players in the game.
State of Origin kick-off tonight: What time does Game 1 start?
Kick-off for Game 1 is officially scheduled for 8:05 pm AEST on Wednesday, June 5.
However, the match is likely to get underway a few minutes later, following the Acknowledgement of Country and Australian national anthem.
When and where is Origin Game 1?
Accor Stadium in Sydney will host this year's Origin opener.
Under the guidance of new coach Michael Maguire, NSW will be looking to start with a win in front of their home fans.
In 31 Origin matches at the venue in Sydney's Olympic Park, the Blues have emerged victorious on 20 occasions.
As is always the case with State of Origin, Game One of the 2024 series promises to be nothing short of an intensely physical encounter. New South Wales coach Michael Maguire has ushered in a new era for the New South Wales Blues with his selections, initially naming six debutants - Dylan Edwards, Cameron McInnes, Joseph Suaali’i, Zac Lomac, Spencer Leniu and Haumole Olaukau’atu – and an entirely new spine for Game One.
Edwards though was later ruled out with a quad issue, which saw incumbent fullback James Tedesco brought back into the team.
Maguire’s made no secret about the character he wants his side to possess, with hard-work and physicality a defining quality of many of the new faces in New South Wales’ squad.
The state’s back five are physically imposing and tireless, particularly coming out of their own end. Tedesco and Brian To’o are the two best yardage outside backs in the NRL, while Lomax, Stephen Crichton and Suaali’i are all big bodies averaging over 100 running metres per game.
In the forwards, new captain Jake Trbojevic and Cronulla Sharks middle Cameron McInnes personify everything Maguire desires from his Blues: hard-working, industrious and deeply passionate. Meanwhile, New South Wales’ four forward bench is as powerful as they are skillful.
Standing in the way of a Blues series opener victory is a typically formidable Queensland side. Despite Cameron Munster’s absence after re-aggravating a groin injury and David Fifita’s shock omission, Queensland possess more than enough firepower to trouble the Blues.
How to watch State of Origin Game 1 on TV
Unlike the remainder of the NRL regular season, there will only be one way to watch the 2024 State of Origin series.
As has been the case in previous seasons, Channel 9 hold the exclusive rights to the interstate clash, with the network to broadcast Game 1 from 7pm (AEST) on their main channel.
For other states, check your electronic guides to confirm the start time.
The coverage of Origin will allow for a pre-game of a little over an hour before kick-off at 8:05pm (AEST).
Channel 9 can be found on Channel 90 in high definition, 91 in standard definition or 100 if watching through a Foxtel service.
How to live stream State of Origin Game 1 online
If you'd prefer to live stream the opening game of the 2024 series, then you'll need to do so through 9Now.
This is the streaming application for the Nine Network and will broadcast exactly the same content as is on the TV. This is free to use, provided you sign up with a valid email address.
» State of Origin hub
Key game information: State of Origin Game 1, New South Wales Blues vs Queensland Maroons
Kick-off: Wednesday, June 5, 8:05pm (AEST)
Venue: Accor Stadium, Homebush, Sydney
Referee: Ashley Klein
Overall head-to-head record:
Be sure to keep it locked to Zero Tackle's match centre during the game for live scores, stats and commentary, with all the best analysis and news to follow. yhfbsedws
State of Origin Game 1 live stream guide: How to watch NSW Blues vs QLD Maroons on TV or online
State of Origin kick-off time: When does Game 1 2024 start tonight?
Everything you need to know ahead of Origin I as grim forecast sets stage for wet and wild battle
The opening game of the State of Origin series is to be played on Wednesday, June 5 between the New South Wales Blues and Queensland Maroons.
Held at Sydney's Olympic Stadium in Homebush - known as Accor Stadium for sponsorship reasons - the game will kick-off at 8:05pm (AEST).
It is that time of year again. The weather is chilly and State of Origin is back, with Game One of the 2024 series set to kick off tonight.
Fresh from successive series losses in 2022 and 2023, New South Wales will be looking to kick start the Michael Maguire era with a bang on home turf. Though their task won’t be easy. Despite injuries, Billy Slater’s Maroons hold the Shield and will be looking to make it three series wins in a row in 2024.
Here, foxsports.com.au runs you through everything you need to know ahead of Game One of the 2024 State of Origin series.
Catch Game Two of the 2024 Ampol Women's State of Origin series live on Channel Nine in Australia while international viewers can also tune in and watch.
A week ago James Tedesco wasn't in the New South Wales team.
But his surprise recall four days out from the State of Origin opener is set to tip game one on its head.
Three of Wide World of Sports' rugby league experts have tipped Tedesco to be man of the match in a Blues win at Accor Stadium on Wednesday night.
Billy Slater’s plan for Queensland star Selwyn Cobbo has emerged with the 105kg back tipped to wreak havoc on tired Blues players.
Although the Maroons coach was tight-lipped on who will be in his starting line-up, it’s expected Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Murray Taulagi and Xavier Coates will all be named, leaving Cobbo on the bench.
However, News Corp reporter David Riccio believes the trio’s injury struggles at various stages of the season could come back to bite in Game I.
State of Origin has arrived for 2024, with Sydney preparing to host Game 1 tonight.
The NSW Blues have home-ground advantage for the opener as they look to snatch the shield back from the Queensland Maroons.
The State of Origin series is here, and the New South Wales Blues are up against it as they aim to overthrow two horrific years and get their hands back on the shield that the Queensland Maroons have dominated over the last 24 months.
And if they are going to bring the Shield back to New South Wales, they will need to take out the opener, with the chance of back-to-back wins in Melbourne and Brisbane for the final two games of the series looking unlikely at best.
The Blues come into the series under new management, with Michael Maguire taking the coaching over from Brad Fittler. It was a chance that had to happen after a dismal last two years for the men from south of the Tweed, and Maguire wasted no time stamping his authority on the team.
More on the team changes later, but Maguire promised an in-form team, and that is exactly what has been served up for the Blues, with the likes of Nicho Hynes, Angus Crichton and Zac Lomax earning jerseys.
But that doesn't mean they come into this series with the inside running against a Queensland side who have dominated in their first two series under Billy Slater.
The coach - and former champion fullback - has reminded his players what it means to wear the Maroon jersey, creating an us against everybody attitude that has just worked for a team with hard-working forwards and talented backs, all gelled together by the excellent kicking game of Daly Cherry-Evans.
The reason Queensland have won the last two series won't just go away because Fittler isn't coaching the Blues anymore, and despite injuries on both sides - which have been something of a major storyline leading into this year's series - this will still be an elite series played between the best players in the game.
State of Origin kick-off tonight: What time does Game 1 start?
Kick-off for Game 1 is officially scheduled for 8:05 pm AEST on Wednesday, June 5.
However, the match is likely to get underway a few minutes later, following the Acknowledgement of Country and Australian national anthem.
When and where is Origin Game 1?
Accor Stadium in Sydney will host this year's Origin opener.
Under the guidance of new coach Michael Maguire, NSW will be looking to start with a win in front of their home fans.
In 31 Origin matches at the venue in Sydney's Olympic Park, the Blues have emerged victorious on 20 occasions.
As is always the case with State of Origin, Game One of the 2024 series promises to be nothing short of an intensely physical encounter. New South Wales coach Michael Maguire has ushered in a new era for the New South Wales Blues with his selections, initially naming six debutants - Dylan Edwards, Cameron McInnes, Joseph Suaali’i, Zac Lomac, Spencer Leniu and Haumole Olaukau’atu – and an entirely new spine for Game One.
Edwards though was later ruled out with a quad issue, which saw incumbent fullback James Tedesco brought back into the team.
Maguire’s made no secret about the character he wants his side to possess, with hard-work and physicality a defining quality of many of the new faces in New South Wales’ squad.
The state’s back five are physically imposing and tireless, particularly coming out of their own end. Tedesco and Brian To’o are the two best yardage outside backs in the NRL, while Lomax, Stephen Crichton and Suaali’i are all big bodies averaging over 100 running metres per game.
In the forwards, new captain Jake Trbojevic and Cronulla Sharks middle Cameron McInnes personify everything Maguire desires from his Blues: hard-working, industrious and deeply passionate. Meanwhile, New South Wales’ four forward bench is as powerful as they are skillful.
Standing in the way of a Blues series opener victory is a typically formidable Queensland side. Despite Cameron Munster’s absence after re-aggravating a groin injury and David Fifita’s shock omission, Queensland possess more than enough firepower to trouble the Blues.
How to watch State of Origin Game 1 on TV
Unlike the remainder of the NRL regular season, there will only be one way to watch the 2024 State of Origin series.
As has been the case in previous seasons, Channel 9 hold the exclusive rights to the interstate clash, with the network to broadcast Game 1 from 7pm (AEST) on their main channel.
For other states, check your electronic guides to confirm the start time.
The coverage of Origin will allow for a pre-game of a little over an hour before kick-off at 8:05pm (AEST).
Channel 9 can be found on Channel 90 in high definition, 91 in standard definition or 100 if watching through a Foxtel service.
How to live stream State of Origin Game 1 online
If you'd prefer to live stream the opening game of the 2024 series, then you'll need to do so through 9Now.
This is the streaming application for the Nine Network and will broadcast exactly the same content as is on the TV. This is free to use, provided you sign up with a valid email address.
» State of Origin hub
Key game information: State of Origin Game 1, New South Wales Blues vs Queensland Maroons
Kick-off: Wednesday, June 5, 8:05pm (AEST)
Venue: Accor Stadium, Homebush, Sydney
Referee: Ashley Klein
Overall head-to-head record:
Be sure to keep it locked to Zero Tackle's match centre during the game for live scores, stats and commentary, with all the best analysis and news to follow. yhfbsedws