Kalyn Ponga is out of Origin due to a Lisfranc injury, potentially allowing Reece Walsh to play.
Kalyn Ponga is out of the State of Origin series decider after scans confirmed the Queensland superstar has suffered a Lisfranc injury.
Newcastle said on Saturday morning Ponga was set for a lengthy stint out, less than 12 hours after picking up the foot injury in the loss to Canberra.
Ponga's injury will potentially open the door for Reece Walsh to return to the Queensland number one jersey, after his own return to form for Brisbane.