LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
State of Origin history was made as NSW pulled off a miraculous win in the decider, leaving even AFL fans in awe.
Michael Maguire's squad joined the elite company of Phil Gould's 1994 Blues and Ricky Stuart's 2005 side as the only teams to bounce back from a 1-0 deficit to claim victory in the heart of Queensland.
The 19-year-old breakthrough victory showcased the sheer grit and determination of the NSW team, who faced an uphill battle against Billy Slater's Maroons.
The match was a true test of endurance, with both states locked in a fierce battle for over 64 minutes before Bradman Best and Mitchell Moses broke the deadlock with two crucial tries.
The hard-fought 14-4 triumph will be remembered as one of the bravest in Blues history, defying the odds at a venue that has often been a graveyard for NSW.
As the dust settles on this epic showdown, fans are left in awe, with whispers of "Hope AFL is watching" echoing through the sporting world.