He has conceded more penalties than any of those others mentioned, and he gets turned on his back more than any other prop on the list. Graham has only made six appearances for NSW since 2016 but has always been a strong figure around the side in recent years. Cody Walker is the smoky for that position and so it’s an intense three-way battle to win the right to partner Nathan Cleary. NSW coach Brad Fittler has released the first five names of players selected in his Blues squad ahead of the November series. While Knights prop Saifiti has been brought into the squad after playing all two matches of the 2019 Origin series. Overseas? Sports news, results and expert commentary delivered straight to your inbox each weekday. The 15 players currently in Queensland’s squad will have had at least a month on the couch before potentially pulling on the Maroons jersey. This is also known as Online Behavioural Advertising. It includes only players from teams who didn’t qualify for the NRL finals – with Payne Haas, Tom and Jake Trbojevic, and Dragons forward Tyson Frizell all getting the nod. Cameron Murray 15. Fittler is holding out for the likes of Junior Paulo and James Tamou to finish their NRL seasons with Parramatta and Penrith respectively. Gutherson could equally come off the bench and he could be fighting with Melbourne superstar Ryan Papenhuyzen for that right. Official YouTube account of the NSW Blues State of Origin team “I don’t think that’s the end for him. There’s a whole myriad things they look at.”. The 2020 State of Origin series will kick off at Adelaide Oval on November 4. The boys rate the Sharks and Knights season, review the games from last weekend and try to predict where the games will be won and lost this weekend. Michael Chammas is a sports reporter with The Sydney Morning Herald, First Blues revealed as Fittler punts on Trbojevic, axes Vaughan and Sims. Zac Lomax has been brought in after Manly Sea Eagles centre Tom Trbojevic was ruled out of the series . According to at least certain statistics from season 2020 Klemmer is one of the best front rowers NSW has to offer right now. “I’ve got to say I was shocked. The Blues appear to be flying in regards to depth of playing stocks, while the Maroons are looking thin on the ground. Fittler shuts down Turbo concerns for Origin. Decisions to make: Queensland seems to have a serious dearth of front rowers. Or, Telstra customers get $10 off Kayo per month for 12 months. So I can't wait to bring him into the squad.". By the calculations of foxsports.com.au, interim Queensland coach Wayne Bennett will even struggle to fill the 27-man squad he’s allowed to take into camp for the November series. Another name many thought could make it into the squad was young Knights centre Bradman Best, however, it appears he will have to wait for representative honours. It shows why coach Brad Fittler had the luxury of leaving the likes of David Klemmer and Wade Graham off the list. Grab your finals pass now! ... NSW Blues 27-man squad for 2020 State Of Origin series. If you are a NSW Blues supporter, this time of the year is busy with talk of who will or should be picked to represent the mighty blues for the 2018 But from the six teams still playing, we can count only 11 other contenders still running around for their NRL club. Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. "It was a real thrill of mine to tell Zac Lomax that he's part of the 27-man squad. 14. Grab your Finals Pass to start streaming >. 2 weeks ago 06:31 NSWRL News. Despite the Cameron Smith return scuttlebutt, the Maroons boast a choice of Harry Grant, Jake Friend, Ben Hunt, and Reed Mahoney when it comes to choosing the starting rake. Rabbitohs forward Jaydn Su'a is a chance of making his Queensland debut. “But maybe Freddy and the selection people have got better people to pick. Stream the 2020 NRL Telstra Premiership finals series live & on-demand from overseas on Watch NRL. Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! "His name has been tossed up pretty much all year. NSW legend Steve Roach was shocked to learn Klemmer had missed the cut this year, but says he trusts Fittler and the selection panel to do their job. JAMES TEDESCO (Origins: 10) If there was any doubt who the best player in the world is going into … If Bennett picks all of them he still only has 26 players in the squad and is short of the 27 that NSW will definitely be selecting. Sign up here. Edrick Lee, Phillip Sami, Xavier Coates, Brenko Lee, and Corey Allan are the rookies in with a shot of winning a spot in the backline. But there’s also stats where Klemmer lags behind his rivals. Fittler will add to the squad as teams fall out of the premiership race, selecting just five players from the bottom eight teams and deciding against picking Dragons centre Zac Lomax despite an injury to Kotoni Staggs. Not only is he a target, he brings the ball out of trouble," Fittler said. Brydens Lawyers NSW Blues Team Picker. Josh Papalii will line up as one bookend but exactly who fills the other jumper remains a mystery. MORE:  NRL Finals: Week One Team of the Week. Decisions to make: The fact Fittler left the likes of Klemmer and Graham out of the squad shows he has plenty of options on the table. Inital NSW Blues squad. ‘FITTLER JUNCTION’: Legend says Kalyn Ponga is at career crossroads, STAT ATTACK: The 22-year omen that bodes well for under-seige Eels. Brad Fittler's Blues are chasing a third straight series win, with the coach naming a train-on squad on Sunday night. Choose your 2020 State of Origin teams "He's been absolutely fantastic. Jake Trbojevic (Manly Warringah Sea Eagles), Tom Trbojevic (Manly Warringah Sea Eagles), Tyson Frizell (St George Illawarra Dragons), Cameron McInnes (St George Illawarra Dragons). A host of players were added to the NSW Blues State of Origin squad with Gutherson’s inclusion into the extended squad expected to land him a role at right centre. The Blues appear to … Junior Paulo/Daniel Saifiti 16. The chances of NSW winning three straight State of Origin series for the first time in 15 years are looking stronger by the day. Most of the players who featured in last year’s winning campaign will retain their jerseys but there’s spots in the team for an in-form prop, backrower, and even a centre and winger. And with a quick look at the Newcastle star’s stats from season 2020 you might understand why the Blues boss finds it a little hard to defend. 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That would leave AJ Brimson as the prime candidate for game one, while Cameron Munster could fill the role but then they would need to fill the No.6 jumper with the likes of Ben Hunt or Corey Norman. “This season has been extremely challenging for the game and I’m pleased to name the following players in this extended squad,” Fittler told NRL Media. Watch the 2020 … HIGHLIGHTS | 2020 Presidents Cup Grand Final. Another name to miss out is Cronulla Sharks captain Wade Graham. “I believe they all will play a role in helping NSW defend the State of Origin Shield and I’m looking forward to working with them when we go into camp on October 19. Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out.

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