Who will get the jump on the latest State of Origin series when it kicks off in Sydney tonight?
►The NSW Blues train: photos here
Before the first footy of the 2016 series is kicked, in anger or otherwise, enjoy the social media banter as the big game nears ...
State of Origin battle sparks a border war
The novel campaign is calling for the State border to be pushed back 10km either way with the victorious state claiming additional enemy territory. Former Origin legends Anthony Minichiello (NSW) and Trevor Gillmeister (Queensland) are on board, with Minichiello calling on footy fans and power brokers alike to up the ante. Read more
Boyd Cordner's challenge
Roosters and NSW back-rower Boyd Cordner says his club side's current struggles for form and his own long injury lay-off made it harder to step away for State of Origin duties. When Cordner tore a pec in the pre-season he feared a lengthy injury layoff, and while delighted to have earned his first-ever Origin run-on start he admits stepping away from club duties while the team is struggling for wins was a challenge. Read on
