Cameron Munster endured personal grief with his father’s passing at 58 while celebrating Queensland's win in the State of Origin decider. The Maroons executed a superb performance, completing every set in the first half, scoring three tries, and leading 20-0. Their strong defence thwarted attempts by New South Wales. Although the Blues scored once, the Maroons maintained control, and Tom Dearden's late try solidified their victory. Munster acknowledged the support from the rugby community, while Nathan Cleary from the Blues lamented their inability to counter the Maroons' effective defense.
Queensland captain Cameron Munster experienced personal loss when his father died at age 58, yet celebrated victory in the State of Origin decider, where Maroons performed exceptionally well.
The Maroons completed all 21 sets in the first half, leading 20-0 with three tries and four successful conversions against the Blues in front of 80,256 fans.
Despite a momentary hope from the Blues' Stephen Crichton scoring, the Maroons secured their win when Tom Dearden scored, allowing them to celebrate their triumph.
Blues' halfback Nathan Cleary expressed disappointment at the team's performance in the decider, acknowledging they did not handle the rushing defence effectively, ending his hopes of victory.
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