'He's playing some of the best footy': Slater coy on Papa Origin selection

David Polkinghorne

Queensland coach Billy Slater dodges questions about potentially bringing Josh Papali'i out of retirement for Origin III.

The Canberra Times

Yes? No? Maybe? Queensland coach Billy Slater has dodged questions over whether he'll produce one of the biggest shocks in State of Origin history by luring Raiders great Josh Papali'i out of retirement for game three.

Despite retiring from representative football three years ago, "Papa" has been linked with a return to the Maroons for the series decider in Sydney on Wednesday week.

Slater will name his Origin III team on Monday morning, with Papali'i one of two Raiders middle forwards in the mix.

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