New South Wales secures State of Origin title with 30-12 victory
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 12:40 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
New South Wales defeated Queensland 30-12 in the State of Origin decider at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium on July 8. Nathan Cleary played a pivotal role, scoring two tries and contributing four conversions. After leading 18-4 at halftime, the Blues maintained their advantage in the second half despite Queensland attempting a comeback. New South Wales clinched the series with this victory, completing the series 2-1 after losing game two.
- •New South Wales scored four tries, with Cleary achieving two.
- •Queensland's scoring included tries from Tabuai-Fidow, Cobbo, and Fifita.
- •Cleary was named player of the match and series.
- •The attendance at Suncorp Stadium was 52,452.
- •New South Wales becomes the fourth team to win a decider at this venue.
"New South Wales pulled off a remarkable 30-12 victory over Queensland in the State of Origin decider at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium.
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