LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In a twist of fate, Luke Keary has emerged as a beacon of hope for the NSW Blues in their time of need, following the unfortunate injury to Nathan Cleary.
Keary's exceptional form for the red-hot Roosters in their recent victory over the Warriors has not gone unnoticed, with many predicting that he could be the one to answer the State of Origin SOS.
Cleary's devastating hamstring tear has cast a shadow over his chances of participating in the upcoming Origin series, leaving Blues coach Michael Maguire scratching his head in search of a replacement.
With other key players like Tom Trbojevic and Cameron Murray already ruled out due to injury, the pressure is on to find a suitable replacement before the series kicks off in Sydney.
Despite the setbacks, there are a few contenders vying for the coveted spot in the Blues line-up.
Mitchell Moses, Adam Reynolds, Nicho Hynes, and Cody Walker are all in the running, each hoping to prove their worth and secure a place on the team.
With Jarome Luai seemingly out of the picture, the race is on to find the perfect pairing for the NSW halves in this crucial series.
As the Blues face this unexpected challenge, all eyes are on Keary to lead them to victory and uphold the state's proud Rugby League heritage.
With the Origin series fast approaching, the stage is set for an epic battle, and Keary may be the unexpected hero to guide NSW to glory.