State of Origin: NSW's Back to Back Victory Exposes Queensland's Enduring Issues The 2026 Women's State of Origin series has provided a resounding answer to those questioning whether women's rugby league in Australia has reached parity with its male counterpart.
New South Wales's back to back victory, sealed by an epic finish at Suncorp Stadium, serves as a poignant reminder that while progress is being made, Queensland still struggles to adapt and innovate.
The contrast between NSW's cohesive unit and Queensland's disjointed performance was striking.