Kalyn Ponga undeniably warranted a send-off.
The real controversy, however, lies in the fact that he's only facing a fine and not a suspension.
Instead of pointing fingers at Ashley Klein for allegedly sabotaging Queensland's chances on Wednesday, we should recognize the referee's bravery in making a challenging decision on such a significant platform.
In contrast, Ethan Strange has emerged as NSW's future five-eighth, regardless of Mitchell Moses' availability for the upcoming match.
Nathan Cleary also took a major stride toward settling any doubts about his ability to shine in crucial Origin moments.