James Tedesco returns to Blues for 2026 State of Origin series opener

NSW coach Laurie Daley names six debutants for game 1Reece Walsh omitted from new-look Queensland squad James Tedesco’s attacking brilliance has helped the Sydney Roosters captain edge out Dylan Edwards and reclaim his crown as the Blues’ first-choice fullback for the 27 May series opener in Sydney.Daley has shown little regard for history after losing last year’s series, picking six debutants - Tolu Koula, Addin Fonua-Blake, Blayke Brailey, Victor Radley, Ethan Strange and Casey McLean - in his 19-man squad. Continue reading...