QLD vs. NSW Game 1
State of Origin Game 1 2023
One of Australia's fiercest rivalries resumes as Queensland plays New South Wales in Game 1 of State of Origin 2023 Wednesday, May 31 at Adelaide Oval. NSW comes into the series looking to get revenge on Queensland after losing last year's State of Origin, while Queensland is hoping to record back-to-back series wins for the first time since 2017.
QLD vs NSW Game 1 Overview
The 2023 edition of State of Origin Game 1 begins on Wednesday, May 31 from Adelaide Oval. Queensland vs NSW has a scheduled starting time of 8.05pm AEST.
Those wanting to watch State of Origin Game 1 on free-to-air Australian television can do so by tuning in to Channel 9 from 7pm AEST. For those who are unable to get in front of a television, the game can be livestreamed with Channel 9's online streaming service 9Now. For those who are unable to watch the game live, State of Origin can also be watched on-demand via 9Now and Kayo Sports.
Anyone looking to watch State of Origin 2023 Game 1 live and in person can find State of Origin tickets by visiting the NRL's official website.
The full schedule for State of Origin, including start times, dates and venues can be found below:
| Match | Date | Kick Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | Wednesday, May 31 | 8.05pm AEST. | Adelaide Oval |
| Game 2 | Wednesday, June 21 | 8.05pm AEST. | Suncorp Stadium |
| Game 3 | Wednesday, July 12 | 8.05pm AEST. | Accor Stadium |
Blues vs Maroons Game 1: Key Players to Look Out For
NSW fullback James Tedesco lines up for his 20th straight game as a Blue in Game 1 of State of Origin. While his club form for the Sydney Roosters hasn't been to the standard we've normally come to expect, Tedesco is still one of the best players in rugby league and is a key player to look out for.
Queensland star Cameron Munster will be a key player for the Maroons heading into Game 1 of State of Origin. Munster raises the standard of the players around him and is consistently among Queensland's best players every State of Origin series. The Melbourne Storm star most experienced for the Maroons coming into State of Origin 2023 and he will be one of the key players to watch in Game 1.
State of Origin Game 1: Key Updates
NSW will be without one of their top stars heading into State of Origin, with Rabbitohs fullback Latrell Mitchell ruled out of Game 1 with a calf injury. Stephen Crichton comes into the Blues squad as a replacement for Mitchell, with Tom Trbojevic taking up his position on the field.
Queensland also made changes to their lineup in the wake of Mitchell's injury, with centres Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Val Holmes swapping positions.
Tabuai-Fidow was initially set to play on the right and mark up on Mitchell but will now switch to the left to cover Tom Trbojevic.
If you want to learn more about this game's analysis and details, check out our latest article on State of Origin Game 1 QLD vs NSW Predictions & Tips.
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