Many rugby league fans consider State of Origin the pinnacle of the sport, despite the existence of international tournaments. These are ten current international players from the NRL that would be right at home in the Origin arena.

6. Manu Maโ€™u

Manu Maโ€™u is one of Tongaโ€™s best players and is quickly becoming one of the NRLโ€™s most impressive edge forwards. Maโ€™u is a great player in both attack and defence, with the ability to run excellent lines or put big hits on the opposition.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 18: Manu Ma'u of the Eels is tackled during the round 11 Parramatta Eels and the New Zealand Warriors at ANZ Stadium on May 18, 2018 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)