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Maroons Pule scores debut try in State of Origin opener

Published April 30, 2026 · Updated April 30, 2026 · The Guardian

In the opening minutes of Game 1 in Newcastle, Otesa Pule has scored a try on debut for the Queensland Maroons.

In the opening minutes of Game 1 in Newcastle, Otesa Pule has scored a try on debut for the Queensland Maroons. mchezo.co.za

The Blues are under pressure early on, with Makenzie Weale forced off with a head injury concern and replaced by Pule. Despite a strong defensive start, the Maroons capitalised on a dropped ball by the Blues to score the opening points of the series.

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