General
Big hits, new rules, sin bins and a draw highlight the Indigenous, Māori All Stars game
Rugby league in 2021 has started with a draw, after the Indigenous and Māori All Stars played-out a stalemate at North Queensland Stadium in Townsville.
Key points:
- The rugby league All Stars game had its first-ever draw
- The tense clash was highlighted by spirited goal line defence from both sides
- Earlier, the Women’s Maori All Stars defeated the Indigenous side 24-0
The Indigenous side scored eight points in the last 11 minutes to secure the 10-all deadlock.
The match, being played over four 20-minute quarters at North Queensland Stadium in Townsville, looked anything but an exhibition in the opening stages.
Strong defence from the opening kick-off followed on from the intensity and passion both sides showed in the pre-game war dances.
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