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Qld will start favourites, mostly because of recent history. Unfortunately, Qld can't continue to win year in, year out.

I'm predicting a big game from Jamie Soward. Possibly a matchwinning performance.

I also think Morris will prove a handful on the wing, and I think NSW forwards might really test out the Maroons pack.

As a Qlder, I say, "C'mon Maroons!", but I'm not overly confident.......that is for sure.

I think the loss of Inglis and Hodges is a massive loss for the Maroons. Those two together in the centres have a significant effect on the match odds if you ask me.

If they were in, I'd be confident of a Maroons win.