Six Tackles With Gus

No player has worn the Queensland jersey more times than Cameron Smith.
Across 42 State of Origin appearances, Smith became the ultimate competitor, captain and match-winner, helping lead the Maroons through one of the most dominant eras in rugby league history.
But when asked to choose his favourite Origin, Smith doesn't go back to the beginning. He picks 2017.
It was a series that seemed destined for New South Wales after a crushing Game One victory in Brisbane against a Queensland side missing Billy Slater, Cooper Cronk and Johnathan Thurston.
Then came Thurston's unforgettable sideline conversion in Sydney despite a shattered shoulder. And finally, a decider in Brisbane that would become Smith's last ever game for Queensland.
In this episode of Stories of Origin, Cameron Smith relives the highs, the pressure, the leadership challenges and the moments that made the 2017 series his most memorable Origin campaign.
From adversity to triumph, this is the story of one of Queensland's greatest ever victories, told by the man who led it. Thanks to TAB
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Welcome to the Mark My Words podcast, where the Mark Geyer, Mark Levy and Mark Riddell bring you the latest news and passionate chats about NRL rugby league. Go and search for Mark My Words wherever you listen or watch your podcasts.
In this episode, the hosts celebrate the Dragons' massive win and joke about the players eating McDonald's. They break down Kieran Foran's new coaching gig at Manly and share their thoughts on State of Origin selections. You will also get their expert predictions and betting tips for all the big Round 14 matchups. Plus the boys wrap things up with classic locker-room banter, including a hilarious story about a player in red undies.
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State of Origin is back and Six Tackles with Gus is live from The Locker Room at Sydney Olympic Park thanks to TAB.
With kick-off only hours away across the road, Mat is joined by Phil Gould, Jake Trbojevic, Josh Reynolds, Josh Morris and special guests for a huge Origin night packed with laughs, footy debate and a few surprises.
Will the Blues strike first again… or can Queensland continue their incredible recent record in Sydney?
Thanks to TAB & The Locker Room!
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Danny Buderus relives his favourite State of Origin memory, Game 3, 2005.
From the heartbreak of Matt Bowen’s intercept in Game 1 golden point, to the return of Andrew Johns and captaining NSW to a famous 32-10 win at Suncorp.
At the time, nobody realised it would become the last Blues decider win in Brisbane for almost two decades.
This is the story of a team that got knocked down, found belief again, and etched itself into Origin history. Thanks to TAB.
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(01:40) Bulldogs issues
(08:45) Origin selection headaches
(36:40) Ask Gus
(46:00) Round preview and predictions
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Phil Gould opens up on the Bulldogs’ rough month, explains where confidence has dropped away, how injuries have hurt the side, and why the pressure of playing for a club like Canterbury can quickly overwhelm younger players when results turn south.
Gus breaks down why the Bulldogs’ defence-first DNA is being tested in today’s NRL and why simply defending your way to wins is no longer enough.
Plus, a State of Origin debate. Did Laurie Daley get it wrong dropping Dylan Edwards for James Tedesco? Was Reece Walsh unlucky to miss out? And is the Cameron Munster and Sam Walker halves combination a gamble that could define the series?
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