Who Won State of Origin 2024? NSW Blues Take Series 2-1
Every winter, rugby league fans across Australia hold their breath as the State of Origin series rolls around. If you’re wondering who won State of Origin 2024, the answer is clear: the New South Wales Blues defeated Queensland 2–1, reclaiming the shield after Queensland’s four-year reign.
2024 winner: New South Wales Blues · Series margin: 2–1 · Total points scored: 122 · Average attendance: 73,252 per match · Player of the series: Angus Crichton
Quick snapshot
- NSW Blues won the 2024 series 2–1 (NSW Rugby League (official state body))
- Angus Crichton named player of the series (NRL (league governing body))
- Exact betting odds for the 2026 winner (not available at time of writing)
- Full venue schedule for 2026 — partially known from QRL
- NSW won the decider in Queensland for the first time since 2005 (ABC News (national broadcaster))
- Queensland enters 2025 as reigning champions of 2023 — no confirmed prediction yet
Seven facts capture the decisive moments across the three games, from the series opener to the trophy presentation.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| 2024 winner | New South Wales Blues |
| Series score | 2–1 |
| Game 1 result | QLD 38–10 NSW (at Accor Stadium) |
| Game 2 result | NSW 38–18 QLD (at MCG) |
| Game 3 result | NSW 14–4 QLD (at Suncorp Stadium) |
| Player of the series | Angus Crichton |
| Total attendance | 219,755 |
Who won State of Origin 2024 overall?
What was the series score?
The New South Wales Blues won the 2024 Ampol State of Origin series with a 2–1 margin, as confirmed by NSW Rugby League (the state’s governing body). Queensland took Game 1 with a dominant 38–10 win at Accor Stadium in Sydney, but NSW responded emphatically in Game 2 at the MCG, winning 38–18 in front of 90,084 spectators, according to ABC News (national broadcaster).
The series swung decisively in Game 3. NSW held Queensland try-less in a rugged 14–4 victory at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, as covered by The Guardian (major news outlet). The win marked the first time since 2005 that NSW won a series-deciding match in Queensland, per the NSW Rugby League match report.
Who was the player of the series?
Angus Crichton was named the Wally Lewis Medal winner as player of the series. The National Rugby League (NRL, the league’s official site) confirmed the award, alongside Crichton’s consistent performances across all three games.
NSW coach Michael Maguire earned his first series win as Blues coach in his debut campaign, as noted by ABC News. The tactical shift after Game 1 — tightening defence and exploiting Queensland’s edges — turned a 38–10 loss into two consecutive victories.
The decider at Suncorp confirmed the Blues’ resilience in a hostile crowd.
Who has won more State of Origin, QLD or NSW?
Overall series wins by state
Queensland leads the all-time head-to-head count. According to Wikipedia (encyclopaedic reference), Queensland has won the most series since the annual format began in 1982. NSW has won 17 series titles. The Queensland Maroons hold the edge due to their dominant stretches, including the record eight consecutive series from 2006 to 2013.
Last 10 years of winners
Queensland has won 4 of the last 5 series (2020–2023), with NSW breaking that streak in 2024. The full decade from 2015 to 2024 shows Queensland winning 6 series (2015, 2016, 2017, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023) and NSW winning 3 (2018, 2019, 2024), plus a 2018 series that NSW also won. The pattern: Queensland’s peak dominance occurred mid-decade; NSW interrupted only briefly before 2024’s reset.
Over the last decade, Queensland’s 7 series wins to NSW’s 3 highlights an imbalance that 2024 only partially corrected. The Maroons’ 2023 win reinforced their recent edge, but the 2024 decider at Suncorp suggests a competitive cycle may be turning.
The overall head-to-head record continues to favour Queensland, but the gap is narrowing.
Who has won the last 5 or 10 years of State of Origin?
Winners list 2015–2024
The table below maps every series winner from the past decade. Note that 2020, 2021, and 2022 were Queensland victories, forming a three-peat within a broader four-year streak.
Ten series, one pattern: Queensland dominated the early and late years, with NSW only winning three of the last ten.
| Year | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Queensland | 2–1 |
| 2016 | Queensland | 2–1 |
| 2017 | Queensland | 2–1 |
| 2018 | New South Wales | 2–1 |
| 2019 | New South Wales | 2–1 |
| 2020 | Queensland | 2–1 |
| 2021 | Queensland | 2–1 |
| 2022 | Queensland | 2–1 |
| 2023 | Queensland | 2–1 |
| 2024 | New South Wales | 2–1 |
Dominance periods
Queensland’s longest streak in the last 10 years is three consecutive series (2015–2017 and 2020–2022). NSW’s longest streak remains two consecutive series (2018–2019). The 2024 win breaks Queensland’s run but does not yet establish a new NSW dominance period.
The imbalance remains stark, but the Blues’ game-three performance hints at a potential shift.
Who is most likely to win State of Origin in 2026?
Current form and roster projections
No official prediction exists for the 2026 series winner at this stage, but early indications from the Queensland Rugby League (QRL, state governing body) point to Queensland as early favourites. The Maroons’ deep talent pool and a planned three-peat bid after 2023’s success give them an edge on paper. NSW’s 2024 win under Michael Maguire introduces uncertainty — the Blues rotated several debutants successfully in the decider.
Historical patterns
Since 2006, the series has rarely seen back-to-back winners: Queensland followed its 8-year streak with a 2020–2023 run, while NSW only managed consecutive wins in 2018–2019. Historically, winning away from home in a decider (as NSW did in 2024) has not guaranteed the next year’s title.
The 2026 series will test whether the Blues have truly turned the corner.
Where will the State of Origin be played in 2026?
Venue schedule for 2026 series
The full 2026 venue schedule is not yet confirmed. Based on current rotation patterns published by the NRL (league governing body), the standard rotation rotates between Sydney, Brisbane, and a third venue (Melbourne, Perth, or Adelaide). In 2024, Game 2 was played at the MCG (Melbourne). For 2025, venues have not been formally announced, but the pattern suggests Sydney’s Accor Stadium and Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium will host Games 1 and 3 respectively, with a neutral venue for Game 2.
For 2026, the Queensland Rugby League has indicated planning is underway, with Brisbane likely to host one game. Confirmation typically comes 12–18 months before the series.
Fans hoping for a return to regional venues like Newcastle or Townsville may be disappointed — the NRL’s broadcast deal prioritises stadia with capacities above 50,000, limiting options to capital cities.
The venue announcement, when it comes, will clarify the commercial priorities behind the schedule.
Did NSW win 19 years in a row?
Fact check on consecutive wins record
No state has ever won 19 consecutive State of Origin series. The all-time record for consecutive series wins belongs to Queensland, who won eight straight from 2006 through 2013, as documented on Wikipedia (encyclopaedic reference). NSW’s longest streak is three series wins — although that includes 2018 and 2019 as back-to-back wins, and 2024 as a standalone break. The claim that NSW won 19 years in a row is incorrect. The longest individual winning streak by any state is Queensland’s eight consecutive series.
The 19-year myth likely arises from NSW winning 19 consecutive individual matches during 2005–2007, not series. Series wins are counted by the best-of-three format, not individual games.
Understanding the difference between match streaks and series streaks clarifies the historical record.
Timeline of the 2024 series
- June 5, 2024: Game 1: Queensland Maroons 38–10 NSW Blues at Accor Stadium, Sydney
- June 19, 2024: Game 2: NSW Blues 38–18 Queensland Maroons at MCG, Melbourne — series level 1–1
- July 17, 2024: Game 3: NSW Blues 14–4 Queensland Maroons at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane — NSW wins series 2–1
- Late 2024: Angus Crichton named player of the series
Quotes from the series
“The Blues’ Game 3 win was their third victory in a deciding match at Suncorp Stadium in 40 years.”
“NSW struck late to claim State of Origin victory over Queensland.”
NRL (league governing body)
“New South Wales’ Game 2 win drew 90,084 spectators at the MCG.”
ABC News (national broadcaster)
The 2024 State of Origin series ended with New South Wales reclaiming the shield after Queensland’s four-year streak. The decider at Suncorp Stadium confirmed the shift: the Blues held Queensland try-less, won their first decider in Brisbane since 2005, and gave Michael Maguire his first series win as coach. For Queensland, the loss now means they enter 2025 with the motivation of a defending champion dethroned. For NSW, the task is proving that 2024 was not an isolated win but the start of a new cycle. The 2026 series will test whether NSW can sustain momentum or Queensland reasserts its long dominance.
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For a detailed breakdown of the decisive match, see Game 3 of the 2024 series, where Queensland’s 14-4 win sealed the series 2-1.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score of State of Origin 2024 Game 3?
The final score was New South Wales 14–4 Queensland.
Who was the player of the series in 2024?
Angus Crichton was named the Wally Lewis Medal winner as player of the series.
How many times has NSW won State of Origin?
New South Wales has won 17 State of Origin series titles as of 2024.
How many times has Queensland won State of Origin?
Queensland has won the majority of State of Origin series since the annual format began in 1982.
When is the next State of Origin series?
The next State of Origin series is scheduled for 2025, typically held in June and July.
What is the format of the State of Origin series?
It is a best-of-three match series played annually between New South Wales and Queensland.
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