Tedesco stunner hands NSW the biggest comeback win in Origin history
James Tedesco led NSW to a historic comeback victory in the State of Origin series opener against Queensland. Trailing 20-0 early in the match, NSW rallied after a key send-off changed the momentum. Tedesco's late try, followed by a successful conversion from Nathan Cleary, secured the win and marked the biggest comeback in Origin history.
- ▪NSW was down 20-0 after 20 minutes but managed to turn the game around.
- ▪James Tedesco scored the match-winning try with the game clock nearly expired.
- ▪The match featured a significant turning point when Kalyn Ponga was sent off.
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