LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Cameron Munster has been named the new captain of the Queensland Maroons, taking over from Daly Cherry-Evans ahead of the crucial Game II in Perth.
This appointment was confirmed by coach Billy Slater just before a scheduled fan day in Gympie, marking a notable leadership change during a pivotal moment in the series.
The shift follows Cherry-Evans being dropped from the team, concluding a distinguished leadership tenure.
Munster, who is set to make his 20th Origin appearance, is seen as a key figure in the Maroons' leadership, considered capable of uniting the squad in challenging conditions.