Star Blues centre Stephen Crichton sits out first NSW training session
Stephen Crichton, a key player for the NSW Blues, missed the first training session due to an AC joint injury. Despite this setback, the team remains optimistic about his participation in the upcoming State of Origin match against the Maroons. Casey McLean is prepared to step in if needed, having been named on the bench.
- ▪Stephen Crichton sat out the first major training session for the NSW Blues due to an injury.
- ▪He is expected to require pain-killing needles before the State of Origin match.
- ▪Casey McLean is ready to replace Crichton if necessary, as he was named on the six-man bench.
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