State of Origin 2025 entertainment: Who's playing before Game 2 at Optus Stadium?

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Jed Wells
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State of Origin shifts to Perth, WA for Game 2 this week, as the Blues look to wrap things up and win their second-straight series. 

But standing in their way is a new-look Maroons team, eager to make up for a tough first loss at Suncorp. 

In what will be an action-packed game, the fun will begin well before the kick-off for those in attendance, with Optus Stadium scheduling a whole host of pre-game entertainment for the fans out west. 

Who's playing before State of Origin Game 2 at Optus Stadium?

Before Game 2 kicks off in Perth, fans will be treated to plenty of pre-game entertainment. 

Following the coin toss, a number of activations will then take place, including Telstra Race the LED, a KFC Obstacle Course, and a Westpac Inflatable Ball, as well as a game featuring the Rise WA Boys. 

Aussie rockers Wolfmother will then take to the stage, with the Grammy and ARIA award winners playing their major hit Joker and the Thief to get the WA crowd ready for kick-off.

There will then be the traditional Welcome to Country and the presentation of the Ampol State of Origin trophy, before the game begins at 8:05 p.m. AEST. 

How to watch State of Origin Game 2

Game 2 of the 2025 State of Origin series is available to watch live and free on Channel Nine, and can be streamed on 9Now.