target_type: 'mix' Cheetahs singing the National Anthem during the Currie Cup, Final match between Toyota Free State XV and Xerox Golden Lions XV at Toyota Stadium on September 07, 2019 in Bloemfontein, South Africa. })(document, window); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; This was the case in the first-ever interstate game, held on Tuesday, 1 July 1879 (a public holiday), at East Melbourne Cricket Ground. The Harvey Norman Women's State of Origin will be held on Friday, 13 November at Sunshine Coast Stadium. © 2020 Arena Holdings (Pty) Ltd. All rights reserved. Fans have long suggested the series should be played in a separate window to the Telstra Premiership and now we have the opportunity to trial the concept.". It is a terrific outcome and we can't wait to welcome the first game of the State of Origin to Adelaide, and to help celebrate their 40th anniversary of Origin matches," he said. _taboola.push({ So desperate are they to see their top players play to a television audience that SA Rugby are reportedly considering a State of Origin three-match series later this year. It's no secret how dominant the All Blacks have been in the Bledisloe Cup since 2003, but Beauden Barrett has explained why their trans-Tasman reign could be jeopardised in Australia. Allan Alaalatoa reveals why being forced to split game time with star teammate doesn't worry him. 2020 State of Origin to kick-off in Adelaide The 2020 State of Origin series will kick-off in Adelaide for the first time in history after the National Rugby League (NRL) today finalised venues for the Men's and Women's series. The 2020 State of Origin series will kick-off in Adelaide for the first time in history after the National Rugby League (NRL) today finalised venues for the Men's and Women's series. In fact‚ it is often referred to as Australian sport’s greatest rivalry. container: 'taboola-below-article-thumbnails', State of Origin Series 2020 Tickets Game: All Game I Game II Women's State Of Origin 2020 Game III Venue: All ANZ Stadium Suncorp Stadium Adelaide Oval Sunshine Coast Stadium Game I Adelaide Oval will kick off the 2020 State of Origin series with Sydney hosting the second game on a Sunday and Suncorp Stadium the venue for the finale. target_type: 'mix' Already‚ the Springboks’ end of year tour to Italy‚ Ireland‚ Wales and France is in jeopardy as the Six Nations unions started planning their own eight-team event in that time slot. SPOTLIGHT: Given the delay in return to training, not only is South Africa continuing to lose ground to New Zealand and Australia, an in-house competition seems most likely. READ: SA Rugby could consider ‘state-of-origin’ series. var a = !1; The 2020 State of Origin series will kick-off in Adelaide for the first time in history after the National Rugby League (NRL) today finalised venues for the Men's and Women's series. c.src = "//clevernt.com/scripts/dfd45cbecaf059435f1239e9a001f395.min.js?20200724=" + Math.floor((new Date).getTime()); State of Origin match-ups in Australia are based on where the player first played professional footie. Best format for SA 'state of origin' series? SA Rugby could consider hosting a ‘state-of-origin’ series during the festive period if the Springboks are unable to play Test rugby in 2020. Boxing is back: BSA’s acting CEO Cindy Nkomo, Alleged Table Mountain killer's side of the story explained, WATCH: News Leader — How local investors are waiting for US elections. We are past the point where Lachlan Boshier's All Blacks omission is acceptable. a = !1; a || ( a = document.getElementsByTagName("head")[0] || document.getElementsByTagName("body")[0]); Best format for SA 'state of origin' series? Wallabies prop Allan Alaalatoa says he has "trust" in Dave Rennie's selection ploy ahead of Bledisloe Cup III in Sydney this weekend. With the international calendar still very much in limbo‚ SA Rugby have had to consider all their options in the event the Springboks don’t see combat this year. That of course could mean place of birth‚ where the player matriculated or first played professional rugby. Super Rugby as we know it is off the table and the Currie Cup is far from getting the green light. "This year, for the first time, it will be played as its own stand-alone series throughout November. Players were picked on where they were born, while overseas-based players were also considered for selection. The NRL will work closely with each venue to implement their COVID Safe Plans to ensure a safe environment for all crowds. mode: 'alternating-thumbnails-a', [19] } catch (e) { "In recent years Origin has captivated Melbourne and Perth and we cannot wait to see how the people of Adelaide respond. Will strikepower be enough for the Sharks? Register (it’s quick and free) or sign in now. Players were picked on where they were born, while overseas-based players were also considered for selection. This followed on from the selection of an Inland XV, and a combined Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal XV team. However, the most consuming debate is the selection criteria of the teams. READ: SA Rugby could consider ‘state-of-origin’ series In this selection series at SARugbymag.co.za , we opted for a couple of key criteria. In 2012, the NSWRL, CRL, QRL and ARLC agreed on new criteria in determining Origin eligibility, to encompass other factors, such as place of birth. Mr Abdo thanked the South Australian Government for their support of rugby league. Mr Abdo said crowd capacities at each venue would be determined before the end of the month. It's going to be bigger than James Tedesco's two-try performance in last year's epic State of Origin decider. The Afrikaans Sunday newspaper Rapport suggested that December 19, December 26 and January 2 have been bookmarked as the possible dates. It’s when we get to the tight five that players born in KZN come into their own, with Sharks heavies such as Khutha Mchunu, Kerron van Vuuren, Mzamo Majola and Dylan Richardson all included in the 23. Following the announcement of squads for New Zealand’s North vs South match, we remind you of the hypothetical selections we made for a South African state-of-origin series. Will it be based on where they were born, schooled, made their provincial debut or played most of their rugby? With the international calendar still very much in limbo‚ SA Rugby have had to consider all their options in the event the Springboks don’t see combat this year. Analysis: The new suffocate-and-strangle game, England to target Bok tight five, back four. placement: 'Below Article Thumbnails', placement: 'Below Article Thumbnails', try { var a = !1;

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