The NSW Blues and the Queensland Maroons aim to start their championship defence in a big way as Game One of the 2025 Ampol State of Origin series begins on Wednesday, May 28, at Suncorp Stadium.
This year’s Origin series promises unparalleled intensity and fan participation, with games scheduled to light up key stadiums throughout the nation, from Sydney’s majestic Accor Stadium to Brisbane’s electrifying Suncorp Stadium.
At this year’s Ampol State of Origin Series, top-tier talent, intense competition, and amazing entertainment await fans worldwide. Everyone will be watching to see if the Queensland Maroons can maintain their lead or if the NSW Blues can make a great comeback.
Star players like Daly Cherry-Evans and Cameron Munster for the Maroons and Dylan Edwards, Nathan Cleary, and Payne Haas for the Blues are included in the early squads that have been revealed.
Under Michael Maguire, the Blues won the series 2-1 last year. Laurie Daley was the new coach going into the 2025 series, and Bulldogs prop Max King was the only newcomer.
As they look to avenge a home defeat in the series finale last year, the Maroons are once again headed by Daly Cherry-Evans and Billy Slater.
Here is all the information you require regarding the forthcoming games, the locations, the main participants, and how to watch the action.
2025 State of Origin Series Schedule and Venues
all times ET
Game 1
- Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- Time: 6:05 am ET (Thursday, May 29)
- Venue: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
- Home advantage: Queensland Maroons
- Capacity: 52500
Suncorp Stadium, the premier sporting venue in Queensland, has several features that enhance the mood that guests experience when events are held there.
Game 2
- Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
- Time: 6:05 am ET (Thursday, June 19)
- Venue: Optus Stadium, Perth
- Capacity: 60,000
As one of the biggest rivalries in Australian sports, the State of Origin will be held in Optus Stadium for the third time.
Game 3
- Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025
- Time: 6:05 am ET (Thursday, July 10)
- Venue: Accor Stadium, Sydney
- Home advantage: New South Wales Blues
- Capacity: 83,500
The 2025 Ampol State of Origin’s third and final match will take place in Sydney, with a possible series finale scheduled for July 9 at Accor Stadium.
Venue Performance History
Suncorp Stadium
Home Team: Queensland
Wins: 39
Total Matches: 61
Accor Stadium
Home Team: New South Wales
Wins: 20
Total Matches: 32
At Optus Stadium, New South Wales has demonstrated dominance in both 2019 and 2022, outscoring Queensland 82–18 in the two games.
Where to Watch the 2025 State of Origin in New Zealand, Australia & PNG
9Now
Through its 9Now website, the Nine Network, Australia’s official free-to-air broadcaster, provides live streaming for every State of Origin game. A free account is required to access this.
Kayo Sports
All State of Origin games, as well as a wide variety of other sports, are available for live streaming if you have a Kayo Sports subscription.
Foxtel
The State of Origin is also available via Foxtel Now or Foxtel Go if you have a Foxtel subscription with a sports package.
Rugby247.TV offers unlimited global viewing for all State of Origin matches. You can watch live rugby matches online, including the Ampol State of Origin Series. For every rugby match, they offer live streaming and information.
Rugby247.TV displays the following costs: Game 1 costs $9.99, while Games 1, 2, and 3 cost $14.99 each.
The streams have no potential geographic restrictions or constraints. You may view it in most nations, including Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Canada, and the UK, by streaming it through their website.
Watch the 2025 State of Origin Men’s Series Outside of Australia and New Zealand
Watch NRL
Every current season NRL Telstra Premiership game, including the Women’s NRL Telstra Premiership and the Ampol State of Origin Series, is available to watch live and on-demand on Watch NRL(except Australia, New Zealand, and a few Pacific countries).
Radio: ABC Radio, Triple M, SEN (NRL Nation), 2GB Sydney / 4BC Brisbane (Nine Radio)
Watch the 2025 State of Origin Men’s Series in the USA, Canada, the UK, and from anywhere in the World
All State of Origin games are available for unlimited worldwide streaming on Rugby247.TV. Rugby matches, including the Ampol State of Origin Series, can be seen live here. They provide information and live streaming for each rugby match.
The following expenses are shown on Rugby247.TV: Games 1, 2, and 3 cost $14.99 each, while Game 1 costs $9.99.
There are no possible regional limitations or limits on the streams. You may stream it via their website and watch it in most countries, including Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Canada, and the UK.
Queensland Maroons Lineup for Origin 1
Due to injuries and form, the Maroons, who are hoping to win three straight series, have added a few new players. Game 1 will mark the Origin debuts of Trent Loiero, Beau Fermor, and Robert Toia. With Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Toia in the centres and Xavier Coates and Valentine Holmes on the wings, Kalyn Ponga starts at fullback.
Their success will largely depend on the seasoned halves tandem of captain Daly Cherry-Evans and Cameron Munster. The Maroons have a strong team with depth all over the pitch, even if some important players like Selwyn Cobbo and Murray Taulagi have suffered injuries.
Backs:
1. Kalyn Ponga (Newcastle Knights)
2. Xavier Coates (Melbourne Storm)
3. Robert Toia (Sydney Roosters) – Debut
4. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow (Dolphins)
5. Valentine Holmes (St George Illawarra Dragons)
6. Cameron Munster (Melbourne Storm)
7. Daly Cherry-Evans (c) (Manly Sea Eagles)
Forwards:
8. Moeaki Fotuaika (Gold Coast Titans)
9. Harry Grant (Melbourne Storm)
10. Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (Gold Coast Titans)
11. Reuben Cotter (North Queensland Cowboys)
12. Jeremiah Nanai (North Queensland Cowboys)
13. Patrick Carrigan (Brisbane Broncos)
Interchange:
14. Tom Dearden (North Queensland Cowboys)
15. Lindsay Collins (Sydney Roosters)
16. Beau Fermor (Gold Coast Titans) – Debut
17. Trent Loiero (Melbourne Storm) – Debut
Reserves:
18. Kurt Mann (Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs)
19. Jesse Arthars (Brisbane Broncos)
20. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki (Dolphins)
Coach: Billy Slater
New South Wales Blues Lineup for Origin 1
The Blues have mostly persisted with a core group from the previous season under coach Laurie Daley’s direction. Latrell Mitchell is back in the centres, adding a serious attacking threat, and Nathan Cleary, who missed the last series, returns to the halfback position.
Despite recent injury worries, Dylan Edwards is still wearing the fullback shirt, while Payne Haas and Stephen Crichton have been selected. Max King, who has been playing well for the club, is expected to make his Origin debut off the bench.
Backs:
1. Dylan Edwards (Penrith Panthers)
2. Brian To’o (Penrith Panthers)
3. Stephen Crichton (Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs)
4. Latrell Mitchell (South Sydney Rabbitohs)
5. Zac Lomax (Parramatta Eels)
6. Mitchell Moses (Parramatta Eels)
7. Nathan Cleary (Penrith Panthers)
Forwards:
8. Mitchell Barnett (Warriors)
9. Reece Robson (North Queensland Cowboys)
10. Payne Haas (Brisbane Broncos)
11. Liam Martin (Penrith Panthers)
12. Angus Crichton (Sydney Roosters)
13. Isaah Yeo (c) (Penrith Panthers)
Interchange:
14. Connor Watson (Sydney Roosters)
15. Spencer Leniu (Sydney Roosters)
16. Hudson Young (Canberra Raiders)
17. Max King (Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs) – Debut
Reserves:
18. Campbell Graham (South Sydney Rabbitohs)
19. Stefano Utoikamanu (Melbourne Storm)
20. Haumole Olakau’atu (Manly Sea Eagles)
Coach: Laurie Daley
2025 Origin Game 1 Match Officials
Referee: Ashley Klein
Touch Judges: Dave Munro, Phil Henderson
Senior Review Official: Chris Butler
2025 State of Origin Game One Event Schedule
- 3:30 am ET: Gates Open
- 3:45 am ET: Curtain-Raiser – Queensland RISE Boys Exhibition Match
- 6:05 am ET: Kickoff – Queensland Maroons vs. NSW Blues