Who would have thought that when the 2020 fixture was released that this was how the year would have ended up?

Teams in hubs. A halfback banned for a dance video. A coach sidelined for grabbing dinner. The Warriors calling Tamworth and not Auckland home.

Due to arrival of an unforeseen and, as of yet, untameable virus, the game, like the rest of the world, was forced to make compromises.

With these changes came a fresh batch of terms to enter the Rugby League lexicon, as well as the array of previously unthought of headlines that appeared on mastheads everywhere.

So despite a season that provided challenges for everyone involved in the game, it has also supplied many moments (both good and bad) that will live long in our memories.

Here are the top 10 headlines from a season unlike any before it.

9. End of season Origin

There aren't many things left in Rugby League that are sacrosanct, but a mid-season Origin series is definitely one.

However, due to the โ€˜stop-start' nature of this 2020 season, a call was made in mid-May that the trio โ€˜State V State and Mate v Mate' matches would be played at the conclusion of the regular season.

Although many things have changed this season, the impact of the series' shift is still unable to be judged as a success or a failure. Still, it will be refreshing to see the contests given the fresh air they deserve.

Clubs may be keen for the new venture to continue in the future, as it will allow them to field full strength teams without impediment, however, it does seem following an announcement this week that it is likely just to be a single season scheme.