State of Origin 2025 Game 2: Qld Maroons beat NSW Blues 26-24
Queensland produced another underdog Origin performance for the ages to withstand a rampaging NSW comeback in the rain
www.theguardian.comHere’s the latest State of Origin Game 2 update: Queensland Maroons defeated New South Wales Blues 26-24 to level the series at 1-1, with the deciding match set to come in Sydney. The win kept Queensland’s title hopes alive and produced a dramatic finish at Optus Stadium in Perth.[3][4]
Overview
- Final score: QLD 26, NSW 24
- Venue: Optus Stadium, Perth
- Series: Queensland level at 1-1 after Game 2
- Key moments: Queensland held a large lead into the second half; NSW mounted a late rally but fell short
What this means for Game 3
- The series will be decided in Sydney, with both teams equal on wins.
- NSW will be aiming to close out the series in Game 3; Queensland will look to steal the decider.
Notable performances
- Queensland: Strong defense in the first half, then steady offense to withstand NSW’s comeback.
- New South Wales: Persistent pressure in the second half but fell short in the final minutes.
Suggested sources for live updates and highlights
- Sky Sports and major outlets provided minute-by-minute coverage and post-match analysis.
- The Guardian offered live-score updates and commentary from the Perth game.
Would you like a concise recap of key plays and turning points from Game 2, or a preview with NSW and QLD team selections and injury news for Game 3? I can also pull together a quick head-to-head score-by-score timeline if you want. Citations:[4][3]