Munster ready for Origin as 'heartbreaking' personal anniversary nears
Cameron Munster is set to lead the Queensland Maroons in the State of Origin series opener, marking a significant personal anniversary. This game comes nearly a year after the sudden death of his father, Steven, which deeply affected the Munster family. As he prepares for the match, the family continues to navigate their grief while honoring his father's memory.
- ▪Cameron Munster will captain the Maroons for the third time in the State of Origin series opener.
- ▪His father, Steven, passed away suddenly just days before Munster's previous game as captain.
- ▪The Munster family is still grieving the loss while supporting Cameron in his rugby career.
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Thu, 21 May2230→Fri, 22 May3020→Sat, 23 May1230→Sat, 23 May1210→Sun, 24 May3018→Wed, 27 May20:05--→Fri, 29 May20:00--→Sat, 30 May15:00--→Sat, 30 May17:30--→Sat, 30 May19:35--→Sun, 31 May14:00--→Sun, 31 May16:05--→Sun, 31 May18:15--→ NRL Score Centre Queensland Maroons captain Cameron Munster's Origin triumph anniversary brings heartacheABy Aaron KellyABC CapricorniaTopic:State of OriginWed 27 May 2026 at 7:02amWed 27 May 2026 at 7:02amWed 27 May 2026 at 7:02amDebbie Munster holds a photo of son, Cameron, celebrating a Queensland victory.
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