Qld Maroons recall Nanai, NSW Blues drop To'o for Origin Game 3

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 11:30 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Qld Maroons recall Nanai, NSW Blues drop To'o for Origin Game 3

Summary

Jeremiah Nanai has been recalled to the Queensland Maroons for Game 3 of the State of Origin series. This decision comes as New South Wales has dropped star winger Brian To’o and second-rower Dylan Lucas among four players. Nanai's return follows a strong performance where he scored two tries in a recent match against Penrith. Coach Billy Slater aims to bolster the Maroons’ lineup ahead of the decisive game.

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By the Numbers

•Jeremiah Nanai returns for the Maroons after an impressive performance.
•NSW drops Brian To'o and introduces other lineup changes.
•Game 3 is critical for the State of Origin series outcome.
•Nanai scored two tries in a recent game for the Cowboys.
•Coach Billy Slater hopes to enhance team performance with changes.

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11:30 PMThe Guardian Sport — Qld Maroons recall high flyer Nanai as NSW Blues axe To’o for State of Origin Game 3

What they're saying

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Coach Billy Slater brings back North Queensland’s Nanai for Game 3 To’o and Kotoni Staggs among four NSW players dropped North Queensland second-rower Jeremiah Nanai has been recalled to the Maroons side while star winger Brian To’o and second-rower Dylan Lucas are among four players dropped by NSW for the State of Origin decider. Aerial specialist Nanai has been superb in 11 Origin games for the Maroons and is fresh from a stunning two-try man of the match display for the Cowboys in the 26-12 win over Penrith on Saturday. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Australian Associated Press

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