NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley confirms squad changes for Game 3, recalling Crichton and debuting Bostock, with significant omissions.
NSW Blues head coach Laurie Daley has confirmed his squad for Game 3 of the 2026 State of Origin series in Brisbane, with a number of changes locked in.
After a shambolic lead up to Game 2, which saw Stephen Crichton replaced within hours of the team being named, and his replacement Casey McLean replaced days out from kick-off, Daley has elected to recall Crichton, as well as handing a debut to Jack Bostock, and bring Bradman Best into the side.
Tolutau Koula has been dropped to the bench, and Brian To'o misses the side altogether in what may be the biggest shock, while Kotoni Staggs has also been dropped.
The other big point of contention appeared to be in the halves, with Mitchell Moses selected for Game 1, then injuring his hamstring and being replaced by Ethan Strange.