LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In a surprising twist just a day before the State of Origin decider, Queensland coach Billy Slater has hit back at claims that Selwyn Cobbo has clashed with the Maroons coaching staff.
Slater, clearly fired up, has branded the report as "totally fake news", dismissing any notion of a rift between Cobbo and the coaching staff.
It's like a game-winning try being disallowed at the last minute - just doesn't add up.
The Channel 9 report suggested that Cobbo, who made a splash in game 1 off the bench, had some beef with the coaching staff.
But Slater was quick to shut down the rumors, pointing out that Cobbo has been all smiles and fully focused on his game.
It's like trying to tackle a rampaging forward - you just can't stop him.
After a standout performance in game 1, Cobbo was surprisingly left out of the squad for game 2 in Melbourne.
But now, the young gun has been named on the wing for the decider in Brisbane, ready to show the doubters what he's made of.
It's like a seasoned player coming off the bench to save the day.
Slater's passionate defense of Cobbo shows the camaraderie and unity within the Maroons camp, ready to battle it out on the field.
As Slater put it, "I've got full confidence in Selwyn and the rest of the team.
We're ready for whatever comes the way, like a team of warriors ready for battle."