LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Billy Slater has responded strongly to reports of a rift between himself and the sidelined star, Selwyn Cobbo, shedding light on the mysterious reason behind Cobbo's exclusion from State of Origin.
According to a report on news.com.au, it seems that the controversy surrounding Cobbo's absence from the Maroons squad for Game 2 has been settled with explosive claims of a disagreement between the two.
However, Cobbo has now been given a second chance and recalled for the series decider at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday night.
The Broncos winger's inclusion in the team comes at a crucial time, as injuries to Xavier Coates and Murray Taulagi have forced Slater's hand.
Despite the decision, fans have been left puzzled by Cobbo's initial axing, as both Slater and Cobbo have remained tight-lipped about the situation.
Channel 9's Danny Weidler has added fuel to the fire by suggesting that a rift between the two may be the cause of Cobbo's temporary exile.
But as they say in rugby league, it's not over till it's over, and Cobbo now has the chance to prove his worth on the field and silence the doubters.