LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Wests Tigers prop Terrell May has expressed frustration over his omission from the Game 1 squad of the 2025 State of Origin series, attributing it largely to his last name.
Reports from zerotackle.com indicate that May, who has notable yet controversial family members Taylan and Tyrone May, was surprising overlooked by coach Laurie Daley.
Despite boasting an impressive tackle success rate of nearly 98% this season, advisers suggested that May's defensive abilities were insufficient and warned that his "eccentric character" might disrupt the ten-day preparation camp.
Consequently, the Blues have opted for Mitchell Barnett and Payne Haas in the middle third, while Spencer Leniu retains a bench spot alongside Origin rookie Max King from the Canterbury Bulldogs.