Queensland Maroons took a dominant win in State of Origin I against the New South Wales Blues, with the game ending 22-12. The Blues got off to a strong start with a try from Tom Trbojevic, but the Maroons quickly responded with tries from Valentine Holmes and Kyle Feldt. However, the turning point of the game came when Joseph Suaalii was controversially sent off for a high tackle, leaving the Blues down to 12 men for 10 minutes.
The Maroons took advantage of the extra player, scoring two quick tries through Kurt Capewell and Dane Gagai to extend their lead. The Blues fought hard in the second half, with James Tedesco scoring a try to bring them back into the game. However, the Maroons defense held strong, and a late try from Xavier Coates sealed the victory for Queensland.
The Blues struggled to maintain possession and were unable to break through the Maroons defense in the closing stages of the game. The win gives Queensland momentum going into the next game, while the Blues will need to regroup and come back stronger in State of Origin II.
Overall, the game was a physical and intense battle between the two teams, with the Maroons ultimately coming out on top. The controversial send-off of Suaalii proved to be a crucial moment in the game, swinging the momentum in Queensland’s favor. The win is a significant boost for the Maroons, who will be looking to build on their strong performance in State of Origin II.
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