The NSW team for the decider remains unchanged despite several injury concerns, including Nathan Cleary's groin issue and Jarome Luai's recent hospitalization due to infection. Brian To'o has also been struggling with a knee injury. Conversely, Queensland's Billy Slater has to adapt the lineup due to Kalyn Ponga's injury, shifting Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow to fullback and introducing Gehamat Shibasaki, an NRL standout, to the left center position. Josh Papali'i returns to represent Queensland after a stint away from representative football.
Laurie Daley has kept the NSW squad unchanged for the decider despite concerns over player fitness, with Nathan Cleary facing groin issues and Jarome Luai recovering from an infection.
Billy Slater made a key change for the Queensland side as Kalyn Ponga suffered a serious injury, resulting in Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow moving to fullback and Gehamat Shibasaki making his debut.
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