Queensland Maroons Seal 2025 Origin Series With Game 3 Triumph
Queensland Maroons have grabbed the win in the 2025 State of Origin Game 3 by 24-12 at Accor Stadium. It was a first decider win for Queensland in Sydney after 12 years and justifies their dominance in the series with a 2-1 scoreline.
Going into the match as underdogs, the Maroons proved their sceptics wrong in a composed and clinical engagement: the attack being swift, the defence unforgiving, and the spirit unmistakable.
Tom Dearden, the Queensland halfback, was Player of the Match while also taking home the Wally Lewis Medal for his stellar performance over the series.
Queensland Maroons celebrate State of Origin series win in style.
Who Won State of Origin Game 3 in 2025?
Queensland entered game three of the State of Origin and emerged 24-12 winners. The Maroons were the better side in every aspect of the game.
There was so much going to plan: Dearden’s kicking was spot on; the forwards created the platform, and the backs executed with power.
Gehamat Shibasaki, in the dressing room, summed it up: “This jersey means everything. We fight for each other every time.”
#QLDMaroons #StateOfOrigin2025 pic.twitter.com/ETusBYzDYx
— Steven Hulthen (@raidersteve81) July 9, 2025
What Were the Key Moments in Origin Game 3?
Right from the start, Queensland began to dominate all possession and territory. Showing his brilliance under pressure, Lagers cleverly offloaded to just the right teammate. Their tries came as a result of the good discipline in building up the attack and in support play.
Every member of the team stuck to the plan and carried out their role. Stalwarts Josh Papalii, Cameron Munster, and Lindsay Collins kept NSW under steady pressure. Line speed kept NSW from putting points on the board. Every tackle was important.
How Did NSW React Under Pressure?
The Blues started brightly but soon lost steam. Queensland’s ferocity overwhelmed them. Tedesco and Luai sparkled for a short comeback attempt, but the Maroons held on long and strong with their defence.
Ned acknowledged that, “Queensland played the smarter game. We didn’t match their intensity.” Mistakes, missed tackles, and indiscipline proved costly for the Blues.
Classic Celebrations Follow Iconic Win
The parties are part of the celebration after a Queensland win, and this was no different. Alfie Langer led the singing and dancing in the sheds. The water used to shower him was beer, really a shower of beer, while he was leading the team in an exuberant song and a good laugh.
Assistant coach Josh Hannay was also found in a rather compromising position: asleep with the Origin shield in his arms, still in his suit. The young star, Robert Toia, aged 20 and grinning from ear to ear, said, “I don’t think I’ll be able to get any sleep tonight.”
Hurts today. Thank you to every Blues fan who stood with us throughout the series. We know we’re Made For More and we’ll be back 💙 pic.twitter.com/xYY570UUDr
— NSWBlues (@NSWBlues) July 10, 2025
Did the Maroons Celebrate All Night?
“Yeah, it looked like that,” Reuben Cotter told the press Thursday morning about the celebration. “We just returned to the hotel. We celebrated the whole night. Still buzzing!” he said.
The joy was an outpouring of years of belief, sacrifice, and pride. There were still people singing in the streets of Brisbane and Sydney after the match.
New Generation Proves Queensland’s Future is Bright
This series was not only about the veterans; young talent stepped up in big ways. Tom Dearden cemented his place among the premier players in the world of NRL. His views, composure, and leadership skills endeared him to the masses.
Robert Toia seemed calm under pressure during his maiden Origin series. His energy and footwork contributed to the coaches’ admiration. An amalgamation of youth and experience gave rise to the Maroons, a team widely considered to be competitive for years.
Final 2025 Origin Result: Queensland 2, NSW 1
Queensland secured the 2025 State of Origin shield with two dominant victories. Game 1 was a close affair. NSW bounced back in Game 2. Game 3 was an all-Maroons affair.
The Game 3 scoreline of 24–12 truly reflects how Queensland dominated and executed. The Blues will return in 2026 with a point to prove. But in the meantime, it’s Queensland that must be beaten.
Why Does This Win Matter for Queensland?
Queensland hasn’t won a decider in Sydney since 2013. This scoop hurts that scar and builds morale.
It also proves that belief uniting the team matters a lot. The Maroons’ spirit was never dampened, even in times of doubts cast by unbelievers.
They’ve won three out of four series now. They are fast regaining their former glory.
Conclusion: Queensland’s Grit Secures Another Origin Classic
Queensland’s 24-12 win in Game 3 etched another unforgettable memory in Origin history. Players skillfully worked in unity and passion. Tom Dearden drove the fighting charge, with a team that gave all; there was full-brimmed desire and spirit that made the difference.
Last-minute tackles were played through a perfect attack; the Queenslanders had to earn this victory. The celebrations erupted loudly and jubilantly; the guys deserved every moment of it. They showed yet again that the Maroons are never to be written off.
State of Origin remains one of sport’s greatest rivalries, and in 2025, Queensland claimed victory once again. Now that the lock is back with Queensland, it’s just a matter of counting down to Origin 2026.
