Live: Walsh set for Origin recall as Maroons reveal Game II team

Queensland coach Billy Slater is naming his team for State of Origin II, with Broncos superstar Reece Walsh reportedly set for a recall after missing the past four Maroons teams.

Follow all the action and reaction in our live blog below.

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Mon 8 Jun 2026 at 8:18am

Mon 8 Jun 2026 at 8:18am

Why was Reece Walsh left out of Origin I?

It may seem odd considering the way he finished 2025, but Reece Walsh hasn't played State of Origin since the Maroons' loss in the 2024 decider.

Due to a series of circumstances, he hasn't actually played the final minutes of an Origin victory since the 2023 series opener.

We broke down Billy Slater's Game I decision, and it's worth revisiting as reports emerge that Walsh is back in the frame for a bench spot this time around.

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Mon 8 Jun 2026 at 8:12am

Mon 8 Jun 2026 at 8:12am

When are the Blues naming their team?

By Jon Healy

NSW coach Laurie Daley will reveal his team after this afternoon's King's Birthday clash between Canterbury and Parramatta.

Queensland was never likely to have any stake in that game in terms of players, so it makes sense for them to get the Maroons into camp ASAP, but Daley will be keeping a close eye on Bulldogs centre Stephen Crichton from 4:05pm.

Crichton has started every game at centre since Origin II 2022, but has battled to start this year, is struggling with a shoulder injury and was uncharacteristically poor in Game I.

With Kotoni Staggs, Latrell Mitchell, Casey McLean and Tolu Koula just some of the names in the mix, Crichton needs to impress and show no signs of ill health this afternoon.

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Mon 8 Jun 2026 at 8:05am

Mon 8 Jun 2026 at 8:05am

When is Queensland naming its team?

By Jon Healy

The official announcement is set for 9am (AEST), although they jumped the gun for the Game I team.

After the team is revealed, Queensland coach Billy Slater will hold a press conference from 9:30am.

We'll bring you all of that live.

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Mon 8 Jun 2026 at 7:36am

Mon 8 Jun 2026 at 7:36am

Welcome to Team List … Monday

By Jon Healy

Hello and welcome to ABC Sport's live coverage of the announcement of Queensland's team for State of Origin II.

The Maroons are naming their squad for the second game at the MCG after surrendering a 20-0 lead to lose the series opener in Sydney.

That means it's must-win territory for Queensland now, so what will Billy Slater do?

Stick around to find out and make sure to leave your thoughts and questions in a comment as we unpack everything this morning.

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