Play by Play: 2019 State of Origin Highlights QLD v NSW - Game I on Nine
Queensland Maroons Triumph in Thrilling State of Origin Game 1
Nail-Biting Encounter Keeps Fans on the Edge of Their Seats
The 2019 State of Origin series kicked off with an electrifying clash between the Queensland Maroons and New South Wales Blues. Game 1, held on June 5, 2019, at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, delivered a nail-biting contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
The Maroons, led by skipper Daly Cherry-Evans, drew first blood with a try from Josh Papalii. The Blues responded with a converted try by Josh Addo-Carr, but Queensland's Cameron Munster restored their lead with a penalty goal. The Maroons held a slender 8-6 advantage at halftime.
The intensity increased in the second half, with both teams trading blows. The Blues leveled the scores with a try from James Tedesco, but the Maroons regained the lead moments later through a try from Valentine Holmes. A late penalty goal from Munster sealed victory for Queensland, with the final score standing at 18-14.
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