Maroons team revealed: Walsh snubbed as Slater unveils Dearden replacement
The Queensland Maroons have announced their team for the upcoming State of Origin, featuring five debutants. Coach Billy Slater has made significant changes, including the selection of Sam Walker as halfback to replace the injured Tom Dearden. Kalyn Ponga has been chosen as fullback, resulting in Reece Walsh being left out of the squad entirely.
- ▪Sam Walker will fill in for the injured Tom Dearden as the Maroons' halfback.
- ▪Kalyn Ponga has been selected as fullback, leading to Reece Walsh's exclusion from the team.
- ▪The Maroons' lineup includes five debutants for the upcoming State of Origin match.
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