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State of Origin heads to Perth for Game 2. After being outplayed on home turf in the opener, this is a do-or-die clash for Queensland. New South Wales, on the other hand, can lock the series up with a win at Optus Stadium. Could we be heading for a decider, or will the Blues get to enjoy a victory lap in Sydney? MORE: What happened the last time Origin was played in Perth? Below are The Sporting News' predictions and best bets for Game II – all odds per bookmaker Sportsbet.

1 week ago | sportingnews.com | Tom Naghten

Barnstorming Manly backrower Haumole Olakau'atu is set to miss at least a month after dislocating his shoulder in the side's round 15 loss to the Titans. The club on Monday confirmed the four-to-six week prognosis for the 26-year-old, who was also in the mix for Blues selection. Manly currently sit in 11th spot, with a 6-8 record, having been well beaten by Gold Coast last Friday.

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Cronulla's outside back depth is set to be pushed to the limit following news that Mawene Hiroti has joined KL Iro on the sidelines for an extended period. Hiroti strained his calf in the first half of the Sharks' win over St George Illawarra, with the injury set to keep him out for at least a month. It's a tough pill to swallow for the 26-year-old, who had fought his way into the team and was playing some good footy.

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Former number one draft pick Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has moved closer to a return to football, ending his leave of absence from the Western Bulldogs. The star forward hasn't played all season as he deals with personal issues, having taken leave from the club in April. Last week, it was reported that Ugle-Hagan was still a chance to feature on-field in 2025, although he'd need a solid block of training before a return, first through the VFL.

1 week ago | sportingnews.com | Tom Naghten

Kyle Flanagan's place in the Dragons side continues to come under question following their Friday night defeat to Cronulla. After giving up the first try of the game, St George Illawarra fought back to take an 18-6 half-time lead, but fell to a 30-18 defeat after a disappointing second half at Shark Park. Flanagan has started every game so far in 2025, with the Dragons sitting 5-8.