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State of Origin 2023: Everything you need to know for Game Two

Your complete game day guide for Game Two of the 2023 Ampol State of Origin series at Suncorp Stadium.

Event Details

  • 5.15pm – Corporate gates open at Suncorp Stadium
  • 5.30pm – Public gates open at Suncorp Stadium
  • 5.45pm – RISE Academy, Rise Maroon v Rise Silver
  • 7.30pm – Pre-game entertainment commences
  • 8.05pm – State of Origin Game II, QLD Maroons v NSW Blues

Game Day Information

  • Arrive as early as possible to avoid queues and to enjoy the curtain raiser and pre-match entertainment.
  • Bags must be A4 size or smaller.
  • Suncorp Stadium is a cashless venue, payments are by card only.
  • Download your ticket before you arrive at the Stadium and have the barcode ready to scan when you get to the gate.
  • No smoking or vaping allowed inside the stadium.

Transport Information

Read about getting to the venue here.

Public transport is the best way to get to Suncorp Stadium and is included FREE with your ticket on all Queensland Rail City Network (excluding Airtrain) and all Transport for Brisbane bus services.

Ditch the car! Parking restrictions will apply in the local Lang Park Traffic and the area surrounding the stadium. On-the-spot fines will be issued to offending motorists.

All event transport information can be found on Translink here. For information on accessibility at Suncorp Stadium including transport and PWD parking options, click here.

Road closures are expected to be in place for this event including Milton Road which will close approximately 20 minutes prior to full time for a period of approximately 1 hour. Read more here.

Telstra Tracker

One lucky fan will have the chance to race against the Telstra Tracked time of Queensland’s Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow for a chance to win a Premiership jersey!

KFC & Shannon Noll

Australian Singer/Songwriter and Australian Idol 2003 Runner Up, Shannon Noll, will be performing alongside his band pre-game at State of Origin II.

Thanks to KFC, Shannon will be performing his classics as well as new hits including the Fried Night Footy Anthem released earlier this year. Be sure to get there earlier as this is not to be missed!

Westpac Catch&Keep is Back

If you catch the match ball, don’t throw it back – it’s yours to keep!

For the first time ever, thanks to Westpac, if the match ball goes into the crowd during game two of the 2023 State of Origin series, the lucky fan who catches it, gets to keep it!

That’s a priceless piece of State of Origin history that can go straight to the pool room – along with bragging rights!

Hisense Big Screen Moment

Post your selfies using the hashtag #HisenseAU to get on the big screen and be in the chance to win a $300 NRLShop voucher.

Hisense Hot Seat

Hisense will be choosing one lucky winner within the stadium to win a massive Hisense Bar fridge – all you have to do is be in your seat at the right time to win!

The Precinct Powers Bar

The Powers Bar will be open from 4:30pm in the precinct area at the northern (Caxton St) end of Suncorp Stadium. Come and enjoy a drink before all the action kicks off. Capacity is limited so get in quick. 

Team Lists

Backs

  • Fullback for Maroons is number 1 Reece Walsh
    Fullback for Blues is number 1 James Tedesco
  • Winger for Maroons is number 2 Xavier Coates
    Winger for Blues is number 2 Brian To'o
  • Centre for Maroons is number 3 Valentine Holmes
    Centre for Blues is number 3 Stephen Crichton
  • Centre for Maroons is number 4 Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow
    Centre for Blues is number 4 Tom Trbojevic
  • Winger for Maroons is number 5 Murray Taulagi
    Winger for Blues is number 5 Josh Addo-Carr
  • Five-Eighth for Maroons is number 6 Cameron Munster
    Five-Eighth for Blues is number 6 Jarome Luai
  • Halfback for Maroons is number 7 Daly Cherry-Evans
    Halfback for Blues is number 7 Mitchell Moses

Forwards

  • Prop for Maroons is number 10 Tino Fa'asuamaleaui
    Prop for Blues is number 8 Junior Paulo
  • Hooker for Maroons is number 9 Ben Hunt
    Hooker for Blues is number 17 Reece Robson
  • Prop for Maroons is number 15 Thomas Flegler
    Prop for Blues is number 10 Payne Haas
  • 2nd Row for Maroons is number 11 David Fifita
    2nd Row for Blues is number 11 Tyson Frizell
  • 2nd Row for Maroons is number 16 Reuben Cotter
    2nd Row for Blues is number 12 Hudson Young
  • Lock for Maroons is number 13 Patrick Carrigan
    Lock for Blues is number 13 Isaah Yeo

Interchange

  • Interchange for Maroons is number 8 Lindsay Collins
    Interchange for Blues is number 9 Damien Cook
  • Interchange for Maroons is number 12 Jeremiah Nanai
    Interchange for Blues is number 14 Stefano Utoikamanu
  • Interchange for Maroons is number 14 Harry Grant
    Interchange for Blues is number 15 Cameron Murray
  • Interchange for Maroons is number 17 Moeaki Fotuaika
    Interchange for Blues is number 16 Liam Martin

Reserves

  • Replacement for Maroons is number 18 AJ Brimson
    Replacement for Blues is number 18 Matt Burton

Match Officials

  • Referee: Ashley Klein
  • Touch Judge: Drew Oultram
  • Touch Judge: Dave Munro
  • Senior Review Official: Grant Atkins

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COVID-safe at Suncorp Stadium

Measures have been developed to ensure the safety of you and others while attending Suncorp Stadium. These measures have been approved by Queensland Health but will only be effective, if everyone buys-in.

We’re asking for your support on the following:

By attending Suncorp Stadium you acknowledge your role in helping to successfully carry out the COVID-19 Safety Plan. By playing your part, you will help ensure we all enjoy a comfortable and safe experience at Suncorp Stadium and continue to see the benefits of fans returning to live events.

For more event information please visit the Suncorp Stadium website.

Stay Connected

Follow all the action on NRL.com and our NRL social media channels throughout the afternoon and evening. Use the hashtag #Origin and follow @NRL on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.

Acknowledgement of Country

National Rugby League respects and honours the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on.

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