LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
NSW forward Liam Martin has made it crystal clear that he's not backing down in the face of Queensland's attempt to stop him in his tracks.
The Blues enforcer tore through the Maroons defense in Game Two, leaving coach Billy Slater scrambling to make changes to avoid a repeat performance in the upcoming decider.
Dragons' Jaydn Su'A has been given the boot, paving the way for Kurt Capewell to join the starting lineup and face off against his old mate Martin.
But don't expect any mercy from the Panthers duo - they may be mates off the field, but when it comes to the white lines of the rugby league field, it's every man for himself.
"We won't be pushed around," Martin declared, as the Blues gear up for a showdown in the ultimate test of state pride.
It's a battle as old as time, a tale as old as the hills - but for Martin and his fellow Blues, it's all about laying down the law and showing Queensland who's boss.
Get ready for some heart-stopping moments, bone-crushing tackles, and game-changing plays - because in the world of rugby league, it's not just a game, it's a way of life.