About this episode

The episode discusses key selection calls for State of Origin Game 2 and the Brisbane Broncos' finals chances.

Catch up on all the Rugby League news from NRL 360, Tuesday the 9th of June, with hosts Braith Anasta and Gorden Tallis. NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley and Queensland Maroons coach Billy Slater joined the NRL 360 panel to discuss their key selection calls ahead of State of Origin Game 2. Daley was questioned on his decision to drop Haumole Olakau'atu, as well as selecting a potentially underdone Mitch Moses ahead of Ethan Strange. He also explained where he sees Strange fitting into the Blues setup and how he plans to use the young playmaker. Slater addressed the decision to recall Reece Walsh for the Maroons and outlined what Queensland needs to improve to keep the series alive in a must-win clash. The panel also turned its attention to the Brisbane Broncos, discussing their poor form, what's gone wrong this season and whether their finals hopes are slipping away. For more of the show, tune in on Fox League CH 502 or stream full episodes on KAYO. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Braith Anasta, Gorden Tallis

Guests: Laurie Daley, Billy Slater

Topics covered

• Rugby League
• State of Origin
• NRL selections
• Broncos performance
• finals hopes

Keywords

• NRL
• State of Origin
• Haumole Olakau'atu
• Mitch Moses
• Brisbane Broncos
• Laurie Daley
• Billy Slater
• Reece Walsh
• Ethan Strange

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NSW Blues, Queensland Maroons, Brisbane Broncos

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