The Queensland Maroons have officially announced their 20-player roster for Game 3 of the 2026 State of Origin series, featuring three key returning athletes: Patrick Carrigan, Jeremiah Nanai, and Corey Horsburgh.
After missing Game 2 due to a syndesmosis injury, Carrigan is back in action, while Nanai has recently showcased his skills with the North Queensland Cowboys, securing his place once again.
The Samoan international made a significant impact last week, scoring two tries in his team's victory over the Penrith Panthers, prompting coach Billy Slater to reinstate him in the Maroons squad.
Carrigan, having played 48 minutes in Game 1, is expected to bolster the Maroons' middle for this crucial match, marking his 14th appearance in the Origin series.
Horsburgh, who debuted for the Maroons in Game 3 of 2023, brings added aggression and strength to the Queensland lineup and is poised to rise to the challenge at Suncorp Stadium.
Following their recent triumph over the NSW Blues, where they secured a 44-24 win at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the Maroons aim to achieve consecutive victories against their rivals.
Coach Slater has opted not to include Lindsay Collins, who is in concussion protocols after failing his HIA with the Sydney Roosters on Friday.
Additionally, Kulikefu Finefeuiaki from the Dolphins and Heilum Luki of the Cowboys will also be absent from the squad.
Kurt Capewell (New Zealand Warriors)
Patrick Carrigan (Brisbane Broncos)
Selwyn Cobbo (The Dolphins)
Reuben Cotter (North Queensland Cowboys)
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui (Gold Coast Titans)
Jojo Fifita (Gold Coast Titans)
Tom Flegler (The Dolphins)
Harry Grant (Melbourne Storm)
Corey Horsburgh (Canberra Raiders)
Trent Loiero (Melbourne Storm)
Cameron Munster (c) (Melbourne Storm)
Jeremiah Nanai (North Queensland Cowboys)
Briton Nikora (Cronulla Sharks)
Max Plath (The Dolphins)
Kalyn Ponga (Newcastle Knights)
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow (The Dolphins)
Murray Taulagi (North Queensland Cowboys)
Robert Toia (Sydney Roosters)
Sam Walker (Sydney Roosters)
Reece Walsh (Brisbane Broncos)