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Maroons Origin III team: Legend recalled from retirement, bolter thrown out wide after Hammer gets nod over Walsh….<\/p>\n

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Queensland has confirmed their Maroons squad for Origin III, set for July 9 at Accor Stadium in Sydney. Here\u2019s a breakdown of the standout selections:<\/p>\n

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Legend recalled from retirement:<\/p>\n

Josh Papalii, 33, is making an extraordinary comeback to the Maroons after retiring post-Origin III in 2022. He\u2019s set to start at prop beside Tino Fa’asuamaleaui, replacing Moe Fotuaika . Papalii will bring formidable power to the front row.<\/p>\n

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Bolter named in the centres:<\/p>\n

Gehamat Shibasaki, 26, secured a shock debut at centre, partnering rookie Robert Toia. Just three years ago he was playing rugby in Japan, making this one of the most inexperienced but intriguing centre pairings in recent Origin history .<\/p>\n

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**\u201cHammer\u201d shifts fullback**:<\/p>\n

Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, fresh off a four-try hero performance, has been awarded the fullback jersey, pushing Valentine\u202fHolmes to the wing .<\/p>\n

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Walsh snubbed, placed 18th man:<\/p>\n

Despite his retained inclusion, Reece Walsh drops to the 18th man role due to cautious management of a knee complaint, keeping him in line\u2014but not on the field\u2014should injuries strike .<\/p>\n

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Full Maroons Squad \u2013 Game III<\/p>\n

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1. Hamiso Tabuai\u2011Fidow<\/p>\n

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2. Xavier Coates<\/p>\n

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3. Robert Toia<\/p>\n

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4. Gehamat Shibasaki<\/p>\n

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5. Valentine Holmes<\/p>\n

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6. Cameron Munster (c)<\/p>\n

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7. Tom Dearden<\/p>\n

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8. Josh Papalii<\/p>\n

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9. Harry Grant<\/p>\n

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10. Tino Fa’asuamaleaui<\/p>\n

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11. Reuben Cotter<\/p>\n

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12. Kurt Capewell<\/p>\n

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13. Trent Loiero<\/p>\n

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14. Kurt Mann<\/p>\n

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15. Lindsay Collins<\/p>\n

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16. Jeremiah Nanai<\/p>\n

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17. Patrick Carrigan<\/p>\n

18th man: Reece Walsh<\/p>\n

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Front row impact: Papalii\u2019s return shifts the balance. His inclusion over Fotuaika adds added aggression and experience, underlining the Maroons\u2019 physical intent in the middle.<\/p>\n

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Youth meets opportunity: The pairing of Shibasaki and Toia gives Slater the chance to harness fresh talent, even if their Origin experience is minimal.<\/p>\n

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Backline shake-up: Tabuai-Fidow\u2019s dominant form earns him fullback, displacing the usual suspects, while Valentine Holmes adapts to the edge, keeping defence sharp.<\/p>\n

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Injury insurance: Reece Walsh remains within striking distance as 18th man, and with Kalyn Ponga out injured, Slater\u2019s left breathing space in the halves and fullback.<\/p>\n

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Queensland\u2018s lineup for Game III shows a bold mix of recalled experience and rookie enthusiasm. Papalii’s return adds heavy-duty grunt, Shibasaki\u2019s surprise debut offers fresh attacking flair, and Tabuai\u2011Fidow’s shift to fullback rewards current momentum. Reece Walsh’s benching underscores cautious player management with the series on the line.<\/p>\n

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This selection is a clear signal: Slater wants to finish strong. It\u2019s a gutsy call\u2014now it\u2019s up to the players to deliver.<\/p>\n

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Let me know if you’d like a deeper run through of the bench or match-up breakdown ahead of the decider!<\/p>\n\n

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