Paul Green has named his first-ever Queensland squad as they look to hold onto the interstate Shield from their rivals from south of the Tweed.
With a host of players out through injury or suspension the former title-winning coach with the Cowboys has managed to name a side that can do some serious damage.
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We break down the making talking points below. Look out for a full preview early next week.
Overall
The Queenslanders are rightfully very confident following the squad announcement. Ponga is a huge out, but Cam Munster's inclusion is almost impossible to explain.
He was concussed in Game Two last year, which was the only game in the Series they lost. That's not a coincidence.
The forwards look very strong, and there are plenty of playmaking options here. The centres will be a target and I don't think the Queensland bench boasts the power of their Blues counterparts.
I do know that you never, EVER bag a Queensland side, as they thrive off showing people up.
This side is simply too good to criticise anyways.
They'll enter Origin One as underdogs, but don't underestimate the lift that jersey (and now a big home crowd) will provide those running out on Wednesday night.
