NSW Blues great Andrew Johns has revealed Raiders star Hudson Young as one of the players who has most impressed him ahead of the State of Origin opener.
Young is slated to make his Origin debut on Wednesday in the No.12 jersey for Brad Fittler's side.
"I haven't (previously) had much to do with Hudson, he was brought up in Branxton which is about 10 minutes from Cessnock," Johns told Wide World of Sports' Immortal Behaviour.
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"He's a tough rooster that boy, knows his game, really trains hard, prepares really well, very diligent in how he treats his body.
"I was asking him about how he likes to play and he explained what he likes to do and is very thorough in the way he prepares."
Here is everything you need to know about this year's series.
Watch the 2023 State of Origin series LIVE and exclusive on Channel 9 and 9Now.
When and where is the 2023 State of Origin series?
Origin I: Wednesday, May 31, kick-off time 8.05pm AEST, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Origin II: Wednesday, June 21, Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
Origin III: Wednesday, July 12, Accor Stadium, Sydney
How can I get tickets to game one in Adelaide?
Tickets for game one and the entire series can be purchased through the NRL's authorised ticketing partner Ticketek here.
Game one tickets start from $45.00
How can I watch game one?
Game one and the entire series will be live and exclusive on Nine.
Coverage for game one will start at 7pm (AEST) and wrap up with a post-game show until 11pm. You can also stream the match live and free on 9Now.
You can also follow the action with Wide World of Sports' match centre and live blog, featuring expert opinions and live reactions from Nine's rugby league commentators.
Who won State of Origin in 2022?
Origin I: Queensland 16 def. NSW 10
Origin II: NSW 44 def. Queensland 12
Origin III: Queensland 22 def. NSW 12
Series result: Queensland 2-1
Wally Lewis Medallist: Patrick Carrigan (Queensland)
Which players are on debut?
The Blues have named three debutants in reigning Dally M Medallist Nicho Hynes, Tevita Pangai Junior and Hudson Young.
Broncos fullback Reece Walsh is poised to be the sole debutant for the Maroons.
What are the teams for Origin I?
*Final teams will be confirmed one hour before kick-off at 7.05pm AEST
Blues: 1. James Tedesco (C), 2. Brian To'o, 3. Stephen Crichton, 4. Tom Trbojevic, 5. Josh Addo-Carr, 6. Jarome Luai, 7. Nathan Cleary, 8. Tevita Pangai Jr, 9. Apisai Koroisau, 10. Payne Haas, 11. Tyson Frizell, 12. Hudson Young, 13. Isaah Yeo | 14. Junior Paulo, 15. Cameron Murray, 16. Liam Martin, 17. Nico Hynes | 18. Matt Burton
Coach: Brad Fittler
Maroons: 1. Reece Walsh, 2. Selwyn Cobbo, 3. Valentine Holmes, 4. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, 5. Murray Taulagi, 6. Cameron Munster, 7. Daly Cherry-Evans (C), 8. Thomas Flegler, 9. Ben Hunt, 10. Lindsay Collins, 11. David Fifita, 12. Tom Gilbert, 13. Patrick Carrigan | 14. Harry Grant, 15. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, 16. Reuben Cotter, 17. Jai Arrow | 18. Tom Dearden
Coach: Billy Slater
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Who is officiating Origin I?
Ashley Klein has retained his post as referee after officiating all three games in last year's series.
The two touch judges are Drew Oultram and Phil Henderson, the standby referee is Gerard Sutton and the standby touch judge is Liam Kennedy.
The video review official is Grant Atkins.
Who will headline the pre-match entertainment at game one?
The on-field pre-match entertainment at game one will be headlined by The Living End. The Australian rock band will kick-off at 7:30pm AEST.
What is the weather forecast?
Players can expect relatively dry conditions on Wednesday night with the maximum forecasted temperature expected to be 20 degrees.
It will be partly cloudy during the day with winds of up to 30 km/h which will become lighter in the late evening.
What are the odds for game one?
If the bookmakers are anything to go by, the State of Origin opener is expected to be a thriller.
According to SportsBet, the Blues are the slight favourite to take out game one, currently paying $1.80 for the win, while the Maroons are $2.00 outsiders.
Returning Blues star Josh Addo-Carr is the favourite to score the opening try of the match, currently paying $10.00
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NSW Blues great Andrew Johns has revealed Raiders star Hudson Young as one of the players who has most impressed him ahead of the State of Origin opener.
Young is slated to make his Origin debut on Wednesday in the No.12 jersey for Brad Fittler's side.
"I haven't (previously) had much to do with Hudson, he was brought up in Branxton which is about 10 minutes from Cessnock," Johns told Wide World of Sports' Immortal Behaviour.
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READ MORE: Ex-NRL coach opens up on 'harrowing' accident
READ MORE: Origin won't be perfect until this trophy changes
"He's a tough rooster that boy, knows his game, really trains hard, prepares really well, very diligent in how he treats his body.
"I was asking him about how he likes to play and he explained what he likes to do and is very thorough in the way he prepares."
Here is everything you need to know about this year's series.
Watch the 2023 State of Origin series LIVE and exclusive on Channel 9 and 9Now.
When and where is the 2023 State of Origin series?
Origin I: Wednesday, May 31, kick-off time 8.05pm AEST, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Origin II: Wednesday, June 21, Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
Origin III: Wednesday, July 12, Accor Stadium, Sydney
How can I get tickets to game one in Adelaide?
Tickets for game one and the entire series can be purchased through the NRL's authorised ticketing partner Ticketek here.
Game one tickets start from $45.00
How can I watch game one?
Game one and the entire series will be live and exclusive on Nine.
Coverage for game one will start at 7pm (AEST) and wrap up with a post-game show until 11pm. You can also stream the match live and free on 9Now.
You can also follow the action with Wide World of Sports' match centre and live blog, featuring expert opinions and live reactions from Nine's rugby league commentators.
Who won State of Origin in 2022?
Origin I: Queensland 16 def. NSW 10
Origin II: NSW 44 def. Queensland 12
Origin III: Queensland 22 def. NSW 12
Series result: Queensland 2-1
Wally Lewis Medallist: Patrick Carrigan (Queensland)
Which players are on debut?
The Blues have named three debutants in reigning Dally M Medallist Nicho Hynes, Tevita Pangai Junior and Hudson Young.
Broncos fullback Reece Walsh is poised to be the sole debutant for the Maroons.
What are the teams for Origin I?
*Final teams will be confirmed one hour before kick-off at 7.05pm AEST
Blues: 1. James Tedesco (C), 2. Brian To'o, 3. Stephen Crichton, 4. Tom Trbojevic, 5. Josh Addo-Carr, 6. Jarome Luai, 7. Nathan Cleary, 8. Tevita Pangai Jr, 9. Apisai Koroisau, 10. Payne Haas, 11. Tyson Frizell, 12. Hudson Young, 13. Isaah Yeo | 14. Junior Paulo, 15. Cameron Murray, 16. Liam Martin, 17. Nico Hynes | 18. Matt Burton
Coach: Brad Fittler
Maroons: 1. Reece Walsh, 2. Selwyn Cobbo, 3. Valentine Holmes, 4. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, 5. Murray Taulagi, 6. Cameron Munster, 7. Daly Cherry-Evans (C), 8. Thomas Flegler, 9. Ben Hunt, 10. Lindsay Collins, 11. David Fifita, 12. Tom Gilbert, 13. Patrick Carrigan | 14. Harry Grant, 15. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, 16. Reuben Cotter, 17. Jai Arrow | 18. Tom Dearden
Coach: Billy Slater
READ MORE: Queensland Maroons team list
READ MORE: NSW Blues team list
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Who is officiating Origin I?
Ashley Klein has retained his post as referee after officiating all three games in last year's series.
The two touch judges are Drew Oultram and Phil Henderson, the standby referee is Gerard Sutton and the standby touch judge is Liam Kennedy.
The video review official is Grant Atkins.
Who will headline the pre-match entertainment at game one?
The on-field pre-match entertainment at game one will be headlined by The Living End. The Australian rock band will kick-off at 7:30pm AEST.
What is the weather forecast?
Players can expect relatively dry conditions on Wednesday night with the maximum forecasted temperature expected to be 20 degrees.
It will be partly cloudy during the day with winds of up to 30 km/h which will become lighter in the late evening.
What are the odds for game one?
If the bookmakers are anything to go by, the State of Origin opener is expected to be a thriller.
According to SportsBet, the Blues are the slight favourite to take out game one, currently paying $1.80 for the win, while the Maroons are $2.00 outsiders.
Returning Blues star Josh Addo-Carr is the favourite to score the opening try of the match, currently paying $10.00
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