LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Keaon Koloamatangi has received strong endorsements for a spot in the New South Wales Blues lineup for Game 2 of the 2025 State of Origin series.
New South Wales head coach Laurie Daley has been urged to secure him a jersey due to his exceptional performance for the South Sydney Rabbitohs.
Koloamatangi's transition to the middle third of the field last season has proven successful, making it his permanent position.
In a standout game against the Wests Tigers, he delivered one of the finest performances by a forward in modern rugby league, showcasing his skills and endurance.
Recently, despite the Rabbitohs' high-scoring loss to the New Zealand Warriors, Koloamatangi continued to shine.
He led his team in running meters, accumulating 218 from 27 carries over an 80-minute stint, scoring a try and contributing 40 tackles.
Jai Arrow, who may also be reconsidered for Queensland's Origin team, has voiced that Koloamatangi deserves a place in the NSW lineup for the upcoming game.