Iconic Queensland State of Origin shield photo says it all after win In the hours after a famous Queensland Origin victory, an image of an assistant coach proved the difference between the two states.

The State of Origin series was first played in 1982 and Queensland has won it 25 times, including eight years in a row from 2006 to 2013. New South Wales has won it 17 times, and there have been ...

How to watch State of Origin in Canada Fans in Canada can tune into the entire Origin series this year on Roger Sports Net. The Brisbane game is set to start at 6:05 am ET on May 28.

We're gearing up for a Game 3 State of Origin decider tonight, and while New South Wales fans would be happy overall with their team's performance so far, the Queensland Maroons' dominant history ...

He also made six appearances for the Australian Kangaroos in 1988-89. Sam Backo (centre right) celebrates on the bench during the 1990 State of Origin series. Photo: Colin Whelan/Action Photographics.