Fans eagerly waiting for State of Origin Game 2

In this representative round Rugby League fans across the world are eagerly awaiting one of the most anticipated State of Origin games in recent memory.

After winning just 1 of the last 12 series, the New South Wales Blues are 1‑0 up in the 2018 version and have a golden opportunity to defeat their Queensland Maroon foes and take back the State of Origin shield.

In Game 1, the Brad Fittler coached Blues with 11 debutants had the extra class and variety in their play to beat a Maroons outfit still adjusting to life without legends Cameron Smith, Cooper Cronk and Johnathan Thurston.

New South Wales won 22 points to 12.

However, there is a sense of déjà vu as we head into Game 2 of the 2018 series.

35‑year‑old Slater will be as hungry as ever to play a part in a Maroons win having announced that this series will be his last.

The inclusion of the Knights sensation Kalyn Ponga should excite all league fans, with Anthony Milford making way off the bench after struggling to make an impact in Game 1.

The NSW Blues will meet the Queensland Maroons at 9.40 tonight in Game 2 of the State of Origin.

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