Moses ruled out of Origin series opener, Ethan Strange to start for Blues
Mitchell Moses has been ruled out of the opening State of Origin match due to a hamstring injury. Ethan Strange will take his place in the starting lineup alongside Nathan Cleary. This marks another setback for Moses, who has struggled with injuries throughout his career.
- ▪Mitchell Moses pulled up sore after training and will miss the Origin series opener.
- ▪Ethan Strange, initially named on the bench, will start in the halves for the Blues.
- ▪Moses has only made six Origin appearances in five years due to injuries.
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