LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
NSW's crafty playmaker, Jarome Luai, cemented his status as the Maroons' arch-nemesis with a daring display in the State of Origin decider, leaving Queensland fans seething with anger.
The dynamic halfback's jaw-dropping move on the field was a game-changer, as he outwitted the Maroons with a touch of brilliance and sealed the victory with a cheeky play that rubbed salt in their wounds.
After a tumultuous incident involving a wave pool, Luai emerged as the hero for NSW, leading the Blues to a hard-fought series win in a nail-biting clash.
In a gritty showdown, NSW emerged triumphant with a 14-4 victory in the decider, managing to secure the win with two sensational tries in the second half, following a series of penalty goals exchanged by both teams.
The pivotal moment came when Luai unleashed his trademark footwork to outpace the opposition, linking up with Bradman Best for a spectacular try that will be remembered as an Origin classic.
With the match hanging in the balance, Luai's game-changing play was a stroke of genius that shifted the momentum in NSW's favor, ultimately clinching the victory and leaving the Maroons stunned.