State Of Origin 2023 Game 3 Tips

Last Updated on 24 November 2023

NRL State of Origin Game 3

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

8:05 PM @ Accor Stadium

BLUES		MAROONS
	FULL TIME
24		10
	TRIES
Brian To’o 14′		David Fifita 11′
Josh Addo-Carr 20′		Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow 35′
Bradman Best 23′
Bradman Best 64′
	CONVERSIONS
Stephen Crichton 24′		Valentine Holmes 12′
Stephen Crichton 66′
	PENALTY GOALS
Stephen Crichton 18′
Stephen Crichton 39′
	HALF TIME
18		10

Queensland vs New South Wales

The upcoming “Queensland vs New South Wales” game is set to be a thrilling encounter. As the final match of the Brad Fittler era for New South Wales looms, the Blues are gearing up to avoid a clean sweep on their home turf. The team has undergone significant changes following their defeat in Game 2. Player performance is another crucial factor. Valentine Holmes, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Ben Hunt, James Tedesco, and Josh Addo-Carr have shown prowess in previous Origin games. Their performances could significantly influence the outcome of the match. Considering these factors, it’s reasonable to predict a close game.

Betting Tip: Blues @ 2.25 WINNING MARGIN 1-12

Queensland Maroons

The “Queensland Maroons”, led by Billy Slater, are aiming to secure the first Origin clean sweep since 2010. Despite the suspension of Reece Walsh, the Maroons remain confident with AJ Brimson stepping in as fullback. Raiders prop Corey Horsburgh will also make his Origin debut, replacing the injured Thomas Flegler. The Maroons have already secured back-to-back series victories and are now eyeing a clean sweep, a feat that hasn’t been achieved since 2010.

New South Wales Blues

The “New South Wales Blues” have a fighting chance. Keaon Koloamatangi and Bradman Best will make their Origin debuts, Cody Walker returns to the field for the first time since 2020, and Clint Gutherson, Reagan Campbell-Gillard, Jacob Saifiti, and Jake Trbojevic are set to make their series debut in Blues colours. In seven of the last eight Origin dead rubbers, the team trailing 2-0 has won Game III. Furthermore, in nine of the last 10 Origin series, the team that lost Game II has covered the line in Game III. This suggests that the Blues have a strong chance of bouncing back. Given the Blues’ track record in bouncing back and the home-ground advantage, it’s plausible that New South Wales could clinch a victory. A realistic final score could be 24-18 in favour of the Blues.

In conclusion, both the “Queensland Maroons” and the “New South Wales Blues” have their strengths and weaknesses. However, the Blues have a slight edge based on past performances and current circumstances. Regardless of the outcome, expect an exciting and competitive match.

State of Origin Team Lineups

QLD Maroons	Position	NWS Blues

	Backs
AJ Brimson	1 Fullback	James Tedesco
Xavier Coates	2 Winger	Brian To’o
Valentine Holmes	3 Centre	Stephen Crichton
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow	4 Centre	Bradman Best
Murray Taulagi	5 Winger	Josh Addo-Carr
Cameron Munster	6 Five-Eighth	Cody Walker
Daly Cherry-Evans	7 Halfback	Mitchell Moses

	Forwards
Reuben Cotter	8 Prop	Jake Trbojevic
Harry Grant	9 Hooker	Damien Cook
Tino Fa’asuamaleaui	10 Prop	Reagan Campbell-Gillard
David Fifita	11 2nd Row	Liam Martin
Jeremiah Nanai	12 2nd Row	Keaon Koloamatangi
Patrick Carrigan	13 Lock	Cameron Murray

	Interchange
Ben Hunt	14 Interchange	Isaah Yeo
Lindsay Collins	15 Interchange	Jacob Saifiti
Moeaki Fotuaika	16 Interchange	Reece Robson
Corey Horsburgh	17 Interchange	Clinton Gutherson

	Reserves
Tom Dearden	18 Replacement	Scott Drinkwater
J’maine Hopgood	19 Reserve	Spencer Leniu