Tag: #QLDMaroons

  • Have Your Say: Which NRL Rule Change Was a Mistake?

    Have Your Say: Which NRL Rule Change Was a Mistake?

    Over the past 30 years, the NRL has evolved in many ways, introducing rule changes designed to make the game faster, more exciting, and more viewer-friendly. From speeding up the ruck to rewarding long-range kicks, innovation has been constant — but not all changes have hit the mark. Now it’s your turn to weigh in.…

  • The NRL Judiciary Is Broken – And Fans Know It

    The NRL Judiciary Is Broken – And Fans Know It

    The NRL judiciary has long been a source of frustration, but this week Melbourne Storm figures Craig Bellamy and Justin Rodski finally gave voice to what many players, coaches and fans already believe: the system is unfair, inconsistent and badly in need of reform. At the heart of the criticism is a rule that defies…

  • Aaron Woods, Billy Slater and the Blow-Up Before Origin II: Banter, Backlash, and Blame

    Aaron Woods, Billy Slater and the Blow-Up Before Origin II: Banter, Backlash, and Blame

    In the fiery build-up to State of Origin Game 2 in June 2025, former NSW prop Aaron Woods ignited controversy by calling Queensland coach Billy Slater a “grub” during a Triple M radio appearance. At face value, it seemed like typical pre-Origin banter – the kind that’s fuelled the rivalry for decades. But what followed…

  • Shock Selections or Omissions – Game 2

    Shock Selections or Omissions – Game 2

    Now that the dust has settled on the Game 2 team selections, the debate is only getting louder. With both Queensland and New South Wales naming their 20-man squads, fans have been left stunned by some major selection bombshells — and they’re not staying silent. We asked NRL fans to vote on the three most…