Here’s the scenario.

It’s an origin decider in front of a full house.

12-all - 90 seconds to play.

Your state needs a matchwinner!

Who stands up?

The very best footballers rise in the clutch.

On this episode of The Stories of Origin, we talk to the greatest talisman Origin has produced, Jonathan Thurston.

He relives his greatest match-winning plays and outlines the extent of his sheer hard work and will to win.

Hosted by Mathew Thompson.

Here&rsquo;s the scenario.
It&rsquo;s an origin decider in front of a full house.
12-all - 90 seconds to play.
Your state needs a matchwinner!
Who stands up?
The very best footballers rise in the clutch.
On this episode of The Stories of Origin, we talk to the greatest talisman Origin has produced, Jonathan Thurston.
He relives his greatest match-winning plays and outlines the extent of his sheer hard work and will to win.
Hosted by Mathew Thompson.

Since 1980, State of Origin rugby league has been a treasure trove of remarkable stories.

They involve mateship, resilience, winning against the odds. Pain, refusal to quit. Underdogs triumphing in the face of doubt. The most romantic elements of sport.

Stories of Origin features Origin greats Allan Langer, Brad Fittler, Billy Slater, Paul Vautin, Wally Lewis, Phil Gould, Andrew Johns, Cameron Smith, Jonathan Thurston, Darren Lockyer, Paul Gallen, Ricky Stuart, Ben Ikin, Chris Close and many more. The podcast series taps into their experiences and unwraps new angles on their Origin careers.

You’ll hear some classic yarns from on the field and inside the dressing sheds. It is compulsory listening for any sports fan.

Host - Mathew Thompson.

Producer & Sound Design - Matt White.

A Wide World of Sports and 9Podcasts production.

Since 1980, State of Origin rugby league has been a treasure trove of remarkable stories.
They involve mateship, resilience, winning against the odds. Pain, refusal to quit. Underdogs triumphing in the face of doubt. The most romantic elements of sport.
Stories of Origin features Origin greats Allan Langer, Brad Fittler, Billy Slater, Paul Vautin, Wally Lewis, Phil Gould, Andrew Johns, Cameron Smith, Jonathan Thurston, Darren Lockyer, Paul Gallen, Ricky Stuart, Ben Ikin, Chris Close and many more. The podcast series taps into their experiences and unwraps new angles on their Origin careers.
You’ll hear some classic yarns from on the field and inside the dressing sheds. It is compulsory listening for any sports fan.
Host - Mathew Thompson.
Producer &amp; Sound Design - Matt White.
A Wide World of Sports and 9Podcasts production.

Since 1980 State of Origin rugby league has been a treasure trove of remarkable stories. Stories of Origin features the Origin greats and taps into their experiences.

Stories of Origin

The Match Winners

Episode 1 available Monday 29 April 2024.

Allan Langer. The diminutive playmaking whiz who bamboozled and befuddled opponents for decades remains Queensland’s most capped halfback and revered as ever.

Tough, tenacious and talented beyond all comprehension.

This season Stories of Origin shines the spotlight on the career of the little number 7 that became a giant footballing figure.

Stories of Origin ‘Alfie’ is available on 9Now and wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted by Nine’s NRL Commentator Mathew Thompson. 

Produced by 9Podcasts & Wide World of Sports. 

Presented in partnership with Youi.

Episode 1 available Monday 29 April 2024.
Allan Langer. The diminutive playmaking whiz who bamboozled and befuddled opponents for decades remains Queensland’s most capped halfback and revered as ever.
Tough, tenacious and talented beyond all comprehension.
This season Stories of Origin shines the spotlight on the career of the little number 7 that became a giant footballing figure.
Stories of Origin ‘Alfie’ is available on 9Now and wherever you get your podcasts.
Hosted by Nine’s NRL Commentator Mathew Thompson. 
Produced by 9Podcasts &amp; Wide World of Sports. 
Presented in partnership with Youi.

Introducing Stories of Origin Season 3 'Alfie'

It can take just one play to make someone an Origin hero. In the case of Adam Mogg, his two games for Queensland are as significant as any.

In 2006, State of Origin was in its 25th year. New South Wales was coming off its third straight series victory and there was growing concern about the long-term future of State of Origin, as many commentators were beginning to wonder if Queensland would ever win another series.

Up step the Toowoomba product, Adam Mogg. 

In this episode of Stories of Origin, Adam Mogg and Jonathan Thurston sit down to discuss the 2006 series, the adversity they had to overcome, and the unlikely hero that would help trigger a decade of Queensland dominance. 

It can take just one play to make someone an Origin hero. In the case of Adam Mogg, his two games for Queensland are as significant as any.
In 2006, State of Origin was in its 25th year. New South Wales was coming off its third straight series victory and there was growing concern about the long-term future of State of Origin, as many commentators were beginning to wonder if Queensland would ever win another series.
Up step the Toowoomba product, Adam Mogg. 
In this episode of Stories of Origin, Adam Mogg and Jonathan Thurston sit down to discuss the 2006 series, the adversity they had to overcome, and the unlikely hero that would help trigger a decade of Queensland dominance.

JT & Adam Mogg - An Unlikely Hero

Gus and Big Marn share their most memorable Origin moments, hilarious footy stories and a detailed preview of the 2023 State of Origin series.

State of Origin is live and exclusive on 9 and 9Now.

Gus and Big Marn share their most memorable Origin moments, hilarious footy stories and a detailed preview of the 2023 State of Origin series.
State of Origin is live and exclusive on 9 and 9Now.

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