State of Origin sells itself as winds of change leave violence and hate behind | Jack Snape

The rugby league showpiece series is making the most of a new formula as players and coaches save any war of words for the battle on the fieldThe question, to New South Wales captain Isaah Yeo, was blunt. In any other social or professional situation it would have been downright rude. But this is the week of State of Origin, the annual threat to Australia’s federation.“Yeoy, we haven’t really felt the hate,” the optimistic television reporter began, on a mission to jazz up his 6pm news package with a ear-grabbing quote. “Can you give us insight into how much you dislike Queensland?” Continue reading...

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