LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The Dolphins NRL website is buzzing with news of Hammer and Kaufusi being selected for the crucial Origin decider.
Queensland coach Billy Slater has made some strategic decisions, bringing back Knights duo Kalyn Ponga and Dane Gagai for the intense 2024 Ampol State of Origin series finale at the iconic Suncorp Stadium.
Ponga, fresh off a solid performance with the Knights, has secured a spot on the interchange bench.
It's been a long road back from injury for the dynamic player, with his last Origin appearance dating back to Game Three in 2022.
Meanwhile, the experienced Gagai, with 23 Origin games under his belt, steps up to the plate in the centres, filling in for the injured Murray Taulagi.
In a bold move, Val Holmes makes a positional switch to the wing, ready to showcase his skills alongside the new line-up.
The hype continues as Broncos standout Selwyn Cobbo returns to the team after a brief absence due to injury, replacing Xavier Coates who is sidelined with a hamstring issue.
Also on the radar is the resilient Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, recovering from an AC joint injury suffered during Game Two.
Despite missing out on the recent Dolphins game against the Dragons, Tabuai-Fidow is expected to bounce back in time for the pivotal match on July 17th.
Known for his scoring prowess in Origin games, the young talent has made quite an impact with six tries in his Queensland appearances so far.
Fans and critics alike will be eagerly watching to see how he performs on the big stage once again.