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State of Origin series opener to be moved to Townsville, MCG scrapped due to COVID-19 – Wide World of Sports
MCG scrapped as venue for series opener
Townsville has been confirmed as the new venue for the State of Origin series opener, with the original MCG fixture scrapped due to COVID-19.
Melbourne will now host Origin games in 2024 and 2026.
The $290 million Queensland Country Bank Stadium, opened just last year, has been confirmed as the new venue for the June 9 Queensland vs NSW fixture, with the NRL locking in the switch this afternoon. It is a major boost for the Maroons, with the second match to be played at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium.
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