State of Origin team lists: NSW and QLD lineups for Game 3

Mark Molyneux

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The State of Origin shield goes on the line in Sydney tonight when New South Wales hosts Queensland in Game III. 

The Blues eased to a commanding win while in enemy territory in the opener and went into the second instalment of the series as the favourites to wrap it all up and retain the shield. 

However, the Maroons produced an upset victory to keep their hopes alive of reclaiming the bragging rights. 

Billy Slater has been forced into several alterations to his lineup for the all-important decider. His Blues counterpart, Laurie Daley, has resisted the urge to ring the changes. 

The Sporting News provides all the latest team news and lineups for Game III of the State of Origin series.

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New South Wales Blues confirmed team for Origin III

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 (c)

14. Connor Watson 
15. Spencer Leniu 
16. Hudson Young
17. Stefano Utoikamanu

18. Jacob Kiraz

MORE: All the latest Blues team news for Origin decider

Queensland Maroons confirmed team for Origin III

1. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow 
2. Xavier Coates 
3. Robert Toia 
4. Gehamat Shibasaki 
5. Valentine Holmes 
6. Cameron Munster (C)
7. Tom Dearden
8. Josh Papalii 
9. Harry Grant 
10. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui 
11. Reuben Cotter 
12. Kurt Capewell
13. Trent Loiero

14. Kurt Mann 
15. Lindsay Collins 
16. Pat Carrigan 
17. Jeremiah Nanai

18. Reece Walsh 

MORE: All the latest Maroons team news for the Origin decider

Mark Molyneux

Mark Molyneux is a freelance writer covering the NRL and UFC for Sporting News Australia. He has previously worked in the music industry and as a teacher around the world.