LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
In the lead-up to Origin I, Isaah Yeo has been appointed captain of the Westpac NSW Blues, taking over from Jake Trbojevic, who is unavailable due to a head injury.
Yeo will play at lock, stepping in for the injured Cameron Murray.
Mitchell Moses has secured the five-eighth position, alongside star playmaker Nathan Cleary, having edged out Jarome Luai for the spot.
This selection marks Laurie Daley's return as Blues coach, and he has opted for a lineup similar to last year's successful team for the May 28 match at Suncorp Stadium.
Notably, prop Max King, at 28 years old, is set to make his representative debut, joining the ranks of his grandfather Johnny King, an NRL Hall of Fame inductee.
Dylan Edwards retains the fullback position over James Tedesco, while wingers Brian To'o and Zac Lomax, both relatively recently recovered from injuries, continue to hold their spots on the team.
Daley's choices reflect a mix of consistency and surprising new talent, with King's inclusion providing an exciting element to the Blues' roster as they aim to defend their title.