Queensland will attempt to reclaim the State of Origin shield this year after going down to New South Wales in the series decider on home soil in 2024.
The Maroons raced into a 1-0 lead against Michael Maguire's side with a thumping 38-10 victory in the opening clash. Yet the Blues responded in style at the MCG as they put their rivals to the sword 38-18.
The decider was hosted at Suncorp Stadium with Slater's troops, who had claimed the past two series, heavily backed.
However, NSW recorded a rare 14-4 win in enemy territory to complete a rousing comeback and take the shield back across the border.
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State of Origin 2025: Schedule for showpiece series
QLD were unable to make amends in front of their home fans following their shock loss in Game III, when they lost to the Blues 18-6 in the opening clash of the Origin 2025 series.
Attention then turned to Western Australia where Perth once again welcomed Origin to Optus Stadium.
The Blues were tipped to claim the series-sealing win at the neutral ground, however the Maroons battled to a stunning upset 26-24 result to force a decider.
The reigning champions hosted the third and final fixture at Accor Stadium where they fell to another shock loss as QLD romped to a fairytale series win.
State of Origin 2025: Dates and details for series
| Date | Fixture | Venue |
| Wednesday, May 28 | Queensland 6 def. by New South Wales 18 | Suncorp Stadium |
| Wednesday, June 18 | Queensland 26 def. New South Wales 24 | Optus Stadium |
| Wednesday, July 9 | New South Wales 12 def. by Queensland 24 | Accor Stadium |