The second game of the 2025 State of Origin series has arrived.
After a commanding win in the opener, New South Wales are looking to clinch the series against Queensland in Perth.
It was a relatively defensive affair in Sydney, so will conditions impact how Game II pans out?
The Sporting News provides the latest weather forecast for the clash at Optus Stadium.
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All data via the Bureau of Meteorology (last updated June 18).
State of Origin forecast: Weather report, rain for Game II in Perth
Up to 35 mm of rainfall is forecast in Perth on Wednesday.
The bulk of this rain is likely to fall in the morning, although sprinkles in the evening cannot be ruled out.
Optus Stadium is known for its typically hard and fast track, so players may have to adapt to soggier conditions.
The temperature, meanwhile, will sit around 18c at kickoff.
Max: 20 degrees
Min: 12 degrees
Chance of rain: 100 per cent
Rainfall amount: 10 to 35 mm
When does State of Origin Game II kick off?
The second game of the series is scheduled to begin at 8:05 pm AEST on Wednesday, June 18.