State of Origin History & Results | All-Time Winners, Records & Stats

The State of Origin series between New South Wales and Queensland is one of the greatest rivalries in world sport.

The State of Origin series between New South Wales and Queensland is one of the greatest rivalries in world sport. Since the first match in 1980, Origin has produced unforgettable moments, legendary players, and fierce competition that transcends regular NRL football. This page covers the complete State of Origin history, all-time results, series winners, records, and statistical leaders.

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State of Origin History

The 2026 series marks the 45th edition of what is widely regarded as the pinnacle of rugby league. Since its inception in 1982, State of Origin has pitted New South Wales against Queensland in a best-of-three showdown, with players representing the state where they first played senior football — the principle that gives the contest its name.

Across 44 completed series, the rivalry has been fiercely competitive. Only seven 3-0 clean sweeps have been recorded, underlining how evenly matched these two sides tend to be when the stakes are highest.

Queensland hold a historical advantage, leading the series count 25-17 with two drawn series before the introduction of the golden point rule in 2004 ensured a winner in every decider. The Maroons’ dominance was most pronounced between 2006 and 2013, when they secured an unprecedented eight consecutive Origin titles under Mal Meninga’s coaching.

In total, Queensland have won 70 of the 135 Origin matches played, while New South Wales have claimed 63 victories with two draws rounding out the tally. New South Wales’ most recent success came in 2024, when Michael Maguire’s Blues recovered from a record Game 1 defeat to win the series 2-1, sealing the shield with a gritty 14-4 win at Suncorp Stadium.

State of Origin Winners

Year	Winner	Score
2025	Queensland	2-1
2024	New South Wales	2-1
2023	Queensland	2-1
2022	Queensland	2-1
2021	New South Wales	2-1
2020	Queensland	2-1
2019	New South Wales	2-1
2018	New South Wales	2-1
2017	Queensland	2-1
2016	Queensland	2-1
2015	Queensland	2-1
2014	New South Wales	2-1
2013	Queensland	2-1
2012	Queensland	2-1
2011	Queensland	2-1
2010	Queensland	3-0
2009	Queensland	2-1
2008	Queensland	2-1
2007	Queensland	2-1
2006	Queensland	2-1
2005	New South Wales	2-1
2004	New South Wales	2-1
2003	New South Wales	2-1
2002	Draw	1-1-1
2001	Queensland	2-1
2000	New South Wales	3-0
1999	Draw	1-1-1
1998	Queensland	2-1
1997	New South Wales	2-1
1996	New South Wales	3-0
1995	Queensland	3-0
1994	New South Wales	2-1
1993	New South Wales	2-1
1992	New South Wales	2-1
1991	Queensland	2-1
1990	New South Wales	2-1
1989	Queensland	3-0
1988	Queensland	3-0
1987	Queensland	2-1
1986	New South Wales	3-0
1985	New South Wales	2-1
1984	Queensland	2-1
1983	Queensland	2-1
1982	Queensland	2-1

State of Origin Records

• Most games won: 70, Queensland
• Most series wins: 24, Queensland
• Most consecutive games won: 8, Queensland (Game II, 1987 – Game III, 1989)
• Most consecutive series wins: 8, Queensland (2006–2013)
• Most series clean sweeps: 4, Queensland (1988–1989, 1995, 2010)
• Largest winning margin: 46, Queensland (52–6 over New South Wales, Game III, 2015)
• Most points scored in a game: 72, New South Wales (56–16 over Queensland, Game III, 2000)
• Most points scored by a team in a game: 56, New South Wales (56–16 over Queensland, Game III, 2000)
• Most games played: 42, Cameron Smith (2003–2017, Queensland)
• Most consecutive games played: 36, Johnathan Thurston (2005–2017, Queensland)
• Most games as captain: 30, Wally Lewis (1981–1991, Queensland)
• Most games won by a player: 24, Cameron Smith (2003–2017, Queensland)
• Most series wins by a player: 11, Cameron Smith (2006–2013, 2015–2017) & Johnathan Thurston (2006–2013, 2015–2017), Queensland
• Most Man of the Match awards: 8, Wally Lewis (1982–1991, Queensland)
• Most points scored: 224, Johnathan Thurston (2005–2017, Queensland)
• Most tries scored: 18, Greg Inglis (2006–2018, Queensland)
• Most goals scored: 101, Johnathan Thurston (2005–2017, Queensland)
• Most field goals in a game: 2, Ben Elias (Game III, 1994, New South Wales) & Andrew Johns (2003, New South Wales)
• Most tries in a series: 5, Ryan Girdler (2000, New South Wales) & Lote Tuqiri (2002, Queensland)
• Most goals in a series: 16, Ryan Girdler (2000, New South Wales)

State of Origin Leading Try Scorers

Try Scorer	State	Tries	Games
Greg Inglis	QLD	18	32
Darius Boyd	QLD	17	28
Valentine Holmes	QLD	13	18
Dale Shearer	QLD	12	26
Billy Slater	QLD	12	31
Dane Gagai	QLD	12	22
Josh Addo-Carr	NSW	11	15
Michael O’Connor	NSW	11	19
Jarryd Hayne	NSW	11	23
Allan Langer	QLD	10	34
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow	QLD	9	6
Tom Trbojevic	NSW	9	10
Darren Lockyer	QLD	9	36
Timana Tahu	NSW	8	12
Anthony Minichiello	NSW	8	11
James Tedesco	NSW	8	23

State of Origin Leading Point Scorers

Point Scorer	State	Games	Tries	Goals	Field Goals	Points	Average
Johnathan Thurston	QLD	37	5	99	2	220	5.95
Mal Meninga	QLD	32	6	69	0	161	5.03
Michael O’Connor	NSW	19	11	42	1	129	6.79
Valentine Holmes	QLD	16	13	28	0	108	6.75
Andrew Johns	NSW	23	4	37	4	94	4.09
Nathan Cleary	NSW	14	2	43	0	94	6.71
Ryan Girdler	NSW	8	7	27	0	82	10.25
Darren Lockyer	QLD	36	9	22	2	82	2.28
Greg Inglis	QLD	32	18	0	0	72	2.25
James Maloney	NSW	14	2	31	0	70	5.00
Darius Boyd	QLD	28	17	0	0	68	2.43
Dale Shearer	QLD	26	12	6	0	66	2.54
Rod Wishart	NSW	22	5	23	0	66	3.00

Most State of Origin Appearances

Player	State	Games	Years
Cameron Smith	QLD	42	2003–2017
Johnathan Thurston	QLD	37	2005–2017
Darren Lockyer	QLD	36	1998–2011
Allan Langer	QLD	34	1987–2002
Petero Civoniceva	QLD	33	2001–2012
Mal Meninga	QLD	32	1980–1994
Nate Myles	QLD	32	2006–2017
Greg Inglis	QLD	32	2006–2018
Wally Lewis	QLD	31	1980–1991
Brad Fittler	NSW	31	1990–2004
Billy Slater	QLD	31	2004–2018

State of Origin Coaches

The role of State of Origin coach is one of the most prestigious in Australian rugby league. Here are the coaches who have led each state in recent series:

State	Recent Coaches	Most Successful
Queensland	Billy Slater (2022-present), Paul Green (2021)	Mal Meninga (6 series wins)
New South Wales	Michael Maguire (2024-present), Brad Fittler (2018-2023)	Phil Gould (3 series wins)

 

How State of Origin Works

State of Origin is a best-of-three series played annually in June and July. Players represent the state where they first played senior rugby league, regardless of which NRL club they currently play for. This “state of origin” selection rule, introduced in 1980, replaced the previous residency-based system and transformed the series into the brutal, intensely competitive contest it is today.

The three matches are played at major stadiums across Australia, traditionally alternating between Sydney and Brisbane, though games are occasionally held in Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide to grow the game nationally.

 

State of Origin Betting

State of Origin attracts enormous betting interest in Australia. Major markets include series winner, individual match result, first try scorer, anytime try scorer, margin betting, and same game multis. Origin matches typically see the heaviest betting turnover of any NRL event outside the Grand Final.

For the latest 2026 State of Origin odds and betting tips, visit our State of Origin 2026 hub. Compare the best bookmakers for Origin betting on our NRL betting sites page.

 

State of Origin History FAQs

Who has won the most State of Origin series?

Queensland holds the record for the most State of Origin series wins. The Maroons dominated the modern era with an unprecedented eight consecutive series victories from 2006 to 2013.

When did State of Origin start?

The first State of Origin match was played on 8 July 1980 at Lang Park (now Suncorp Stadium) in Brisbane. Queensland won 20-10 in a match that changed rugby league forever.

What is the biggest winning margin in State of Origin?

The biggest winning margin in State of Origin history is 56-16, when Queensland defeated New South Wales in Game 3 of the 2015 series at Suncorp Stadium — a 40-point margin.

Who has scored the most tries in State of Origin?

Greg Inglis holds the record for the most State of Origin tries, scoring 18 across his Origin career for Queensland.

Can I bet on State of Origin?

Yes. All major Australian bookmakers offer comprehensive State of Origin markets including series winner, match result, first try scorer, margin betting, and same game multis. Visit our State of Origin hub for the latest odds.

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