Reece Walsh, the Queensland star, has joined the Origin camp and didn't waste any time making his feelings known to a reporter who questioned his current form ahead of next week's crucial match for the Maroons.
A somewhat tense moment unfolded during a Queensland press conference on Tuesday, as Walsh, who has been recalled to the squad, prepares to start from the bench.
When asked if he could elevate his play for the Origin match given his recent performance in club football, Walsh responded, "I think the only opinion that matters is you guys, I guess. How do you think I go?"
The journalist replied, "I think you go all right, a lot better than I can do. But what do you think of your form?"
After the reporter clarified, "I'm not trying to be a smartarse", Walsh added, "I'm just looking forward to working here in Queensland and putting my best foot forward. It's about the week."
Walsh is poised to make a significant impact as the Maroons' "point of difference" in the must-win Origin Game II in Melbourne next week, suggesting that he is ready to step into the halves rotation as necessary during the game.