Michael Maguire made his Origin coaching debut for New South Wales.

[1][2] After initially missing selection, former New South Wales captain James Tedesco was a late inclusion after an injury to fullback Dylan Edwards.

[3][4] The result was a foregone conclusion when Joseph Sua'ali'i was sent off in the 8th minute[5] for a high hit on Reece Walsh.

Sua'ali'i's shoulder made direct contact with Walsh's head knocking him out and ruling him out of the match with a HIA 1 concussion.

Additionally, New South Wales reserve player Haumole Olakau'atu was sent off after entering the field of play to engage in the melee.