New South Wales got off to a dream start in the State of Origin opener as they knocked off Queensland in their own backyard.
The victory, which was their second in a row at Suncorp Stadium, has set them up with a great chance to retain the shield during Laurie Daley's first term in charge of the Blues at the second time of asking.
NSW proved to be far too strong for the Maroons with their forward pack and backline stars running roughshod over the hosts in Brisbane.
The Sporting News provides all the latest NSW team news ahead of Game II in the 2025 Origin series.
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New South Wales Blues team list for State of Origin 2025 Game II
1. Dylan Edwards
2. Brian To'o
3. Stephen Crichton
4. Latrell Mitchell
5. Zac Lomax
6. Jarome Luai
7. Nathan Cleary
8. Max King
9. Reece Robson
10. Payne Haas
11. Liam Martin
12. Angus Crichton
13. Isaah Yeo
14. Connor Watson
15. Spencer Leniu
16. Hudson Young
17. Stefano Utoikamanu
18. Matt Burton
Blues team news:
Dylan Edwards won the race for the No.1 jersey ahead of former captain James Tedesco and justified his selection in the opener. The fullback bagged the match-sealing try, provided an assist and clocked 119 run metres.
Brian To'o was brought in off the back of limited match preparation due to injury, but was his usual impressive self. The Penrith flyer bagged a four-pointer as well as running for a game-high 225 metres.
On the opposite flank, Zac Lomax was also in stellar touch to continue his golden run in a Blues jersey as he bagged a double.
Stephen Crichton was a certainty to be selected ahead of the opener and proved why he is currently viewed as the best centre in the game.
Latrell Mitchell won the race for the other centre spot with Bradman Best ruled out through injury and Tom Trbojevic overlooked.
The Souths talisman produced a brilliant pass to send To'o over but will generally be looking for an improved performance in Game II.
Mitch Moses has been ruled out after suffering a calf injury in training, with Jarome Luai confirmed to slot in as his replacement. Matt Burton will remain 18th man.
Payne Haas and Mitch Barnett provided a perfect one-two punch up front. However, the latter has since been ruled out for the rest of the year after suffering an ACL injury in Round 13.
Max King is the man to take Barnett's starting spot after the Canterbury forward was solid off the bench with 106 run metres and 21 tackles in Game I.
This also sees Stefano Utoikamanu promoted to the pine after impressing for the Storm in recent weeks.
The Melbourne prop fought off stiff competition from Keaon Koloamatangi and Lindsay Smith, who have both been named in the extended squad, for the bench role.
Reece Robson beat Api Koroisau to the No.9 jersey and was as reliable as ever in the middle to secure his place in the side for Game II.
Liam Martin and Angus Crichton have retained their spots in the backrow, while skipper Isaah Yeo was one of his state's best in the opener.
Connor Watson provided an injection of energy off the bench that saw him push an offload out for Edwards' try and he has been named as the utility once again.
The Sydney Roosters favourite will also be joined on the pine by firebrands Spencer Leniu and Hudson Young in a settled side for Daley.
Haumole Olakau'atu has dropped out of the extended squad due to personal reasons.
Following Round 15, Koloamatangi has been ruled out after suffering a fractured eye socket. Jacob Preston has been called into the extended squad as his replacement.