NSW Blues vs Queensland Maroons; Daley, Slater name strong squads with kick off at 8.05pm from Accor Stadium

Good evening footy fanatics, temporary fans and everyone else in between. Finally, it’s Origin time.

It feels like only yesterday I was manically typing away as Tom Dearden scored in the 73rd minute of game three to seal a 2025 series victory for the Maroons.

Alas, it’s a new year, new series, and a very new-look team for Laurie Daley and the NSW Blues.

Billie Eder and Frances Howe here to take you through every try, captain’s challenge, sin bin and bone-crunching tackle for this evening’s match which kicks-off at 8.05pm.

Until then, we’ll be answering your reader questions, bringing you insights from the ground, and providing you with any breaking news that happens between now and kick-off.

Enjoy.