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How to watch State of Origin 2023

It’s that time of year again where footy fans across the country bust out the blue and maroon. Perhaps Australia’s greatest sporting rivalry, State of Origin is the Superbowl of the National Rugby League (NRL) as Queensland and New South Wales battle for state supremacy (and bragging rights!).

Will the Maroons claim victory, or will the Blues outclass their rivals? Here’s a quick guide to everything you need to know about this year’s State of Origin.

How can I watch State of Origin?

Each game of the 2023 Ampol State of Origin is available free-to-air on Channel Nine and its on-demand partner 9Now. You can also catch on-demand replays on Kayo if you happen to miss any of the action. If you’re an eligible Telstra mobile customer, you can catch replays of each game through the NRL app.

Watch State of Origin on Channel 9 & 9Now

Channel 9 and 9Now have been the home of State of Origin for years now, with 2023 no different. Channel 9 will have live coverage of each State of Origin game, with 9Now offering on-demand coverage.

Watch State of Origin on Kayo

Kayo offers highlights and replays of previous State of Origin clashes if you’re looking to enjoy each state’s heyday. Kayo also offers coverage of the regular NRL season to help you keep track of who’s in form come Origin.

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State of Origin 2023 Fixtures

Date Time (AEST)* Venue
Game 1 31 May (Wed) 8:05pm Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Game 2 21 June (Wed) 8:05pm Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
Game 3 12 July (Wed) 8:05pm Accor Stadium, Sydney

*Kick-off times are scheduled times only. Games may commence earlier or later, depending on pre-game entertainment, but coverage usually begins an hour before kick-off.

Can I watch State of Origin overseas?

Yes, each game will be televised in various countries around the world, according to NRL.com.au. Here’s a list of where to watch or stream the State of Origin series outside of Australia:

  • New Zealand: Sky Sport 4
  • USA: Fox US
  • UK: Sky UK or WatchNRL
  • Canada: WatchNRL
  • Southeast Asia: Fox Sports Asia
  • Papua New Guinea: TVWAN Action
  • France: BeIN Sports
  • Netherlands: Fox Netherlands
  • Africa: ESPN Africa
  • Worldwide: WatchNRL or Sport24

State of Origin Team List 2023

QLD took back the Ampol State of Origin shield in the 2022 series 2-1, securing bragging rights in a memorable series victory. Below is the list of players expected to take the field during the 2023 season.

QLD State of Origin Team 2023

The Queensland Maroons team for Game 3 of the 2023 Ampol State of Origin has been confirmed. Here is the team that will line up against the Blues for the final game of the series:

  1. AJ Brimson
  2. Xavier Coates
  3. Valentine Holmes
  4. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow
  5. Murray Taulagi
  6. Cameron Munster
  7. Daly Cherry-Evans (captain)
  8. Reuben Cotter
  9. Harry Grant
  10. Tino Fa’asuamaleaui
  11. David Fifita
  12. Jeremaih Nanai
  13. Patrick Carrigan
  14. Ben Hunt
  15. Lindsay Collins
  16. Moeaki Fotuaika
  17. Corey Horsburgh
  18. Tom Dearden
  19. J’maine Hopgood

Coach: Billy Slater

NSW State of Origin Team 2023

The New South Wales Blues team for the 2023 Ampol State of Origin Game 3 has been announced. Here is the team that will line up against the Maroons in the last game of the series:

  1. James Tedesco (captain)
  2. Brian To’o
  3. Stephen Crichton
  4. Bradman Best
  5. Josh Addo-Carr
  6. Cody Walker
  7. Mitchell Moses
  8. Jake Trbojevic
  9. Damien Cook
  10. Reagan Campbell-Gillard
  11. Liam Martin
  12. Keaon Koloamatangi
  13. Cameron Murray
  14. Isaah Yeo
  15. Jacob Saifiti
  16. Reece Robson
  17. Clint Guntherson
  18. Scott Drinkwater
  19. Spencer Leniu

Coach: Brad Fittler

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