The NSW Blues have won the 2026 State of Origin series in the most dramatic fashion — ambushing Queensland at Suncorp Stadium in their own backyard to claim the shield. Nathan Cleary was named Man of the Match in a performance that reminded everyone why he is the best player in the game. Daniel breaks down exactly how the Blues pulled it off, what it means for the series and the legacy of this NSW side.

The NRL has signed the richest sports media deal in Australian sporting history — $5.3 billion across seven years from the end of the 2027 season. Channel 9 retains free-to-air rights including State of Origin and the Grand Final. Foxtel remains the pay TV partner. An extra game is added to each round from 2027. But there is a significant concern — the number of NRLW games on free-to-air will halve from 66 to 33. Daniel gives his take on wha ...