AdminBREAKING NEWS: NSW lost Cleary and Moses to injury”: Who are the halves next in line?; Nathan Cleary at the centre of Origin scandal over secret setback…see more
NSW Lose Cleary and Moses to Injury – Who Will Wear the No.6 and No.7 Jerseys?***Scandal Brews Over Cleary’s Secret Setback as Blues Hunt for New Halves*In a devastating blow to New South Wales’ State of Origin campaign, both star playmakers **Nathan Cleary** and **Mitchell Moses** have been officially ruled out due to injury—throwing the Blues’ game plan into chaos just weeks before the decider.Cleary, long considered the Blues’ on-field general, is now at the centre of a *growing scandal*, with reports suggesting he carried a **hidden injury setback** well before the Origin series began. Sources close to the camp allege that Cleary’s condition was “downplayed” to selectors in the lead-up to Game I, sparking concerns over **transparency and player welfare** in the NSW setup.Moses, meanwhile, suffered a fresh injury setback over the weekend, leaving coach Michael Maguire scrambling for answers as the Blues look to salvage the series.### Who’s Next in Line?With the two frontline halves gone, all eyes turn to **the next generation** of playmakers.#### Likely Contenders:* **Jarome Luai** – The Penrith five-eighth has Origin experience and chemistry with many current Blues players. Could take over one of the halves spots.* **Nicho Hynes** – The Sharks maestro is in red-hot NRL form but struggled in previous Origin appearances. Will Maguire take the risk again?* **Cody Walker** – The veteran Rabbitohs playmaker offers experience and flair. A left-field but steady option.* **Matt Burton** – Another Penrith product, Burton has the big boot and versatility. He’s pushing hard for a return to Origin.* **Luke Keary or Adam Reynolds** – Both are long shots due to injury history and age but offer proven class under pressure.NSW selectors now face **a high-stakes decision**, with the wrong move potentially costing them the series. With a combination of form, fitness, and experience all in play, the race for the No.6 and No.7 jerseys is officially wide open.As the Cleary controversy deepens, the Blues must now unite under pressure—or risk another series slipping through their fingers.
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