So that’s Origin for another year. It’s clear that NSW is just too complicated a place to have a successful State of Origin side, writes Steve Mascord.
State of origin rugby league
State of Origin: Blues marooned in role of second best
Just about the only thing that will get NSW a win in Brisbane is if Stilnox takes over from XXXX as the sponsor of the Maroons and they all skol a jug of it before kick-off, writes Steve Mascord.
Sports betting explodes, but where will the money land?
The rapid growth in sports betting in Australia, confirmed last week by the largest TAB operator, Tabcorp, is going to lead to renewed demands for greater regulation of sports betting, and revenue sharing with major sporting bodies.
Media briefs and TV ratings
Journalists stand up for Kessing, finally … Nine throws money at itself — and it works for now … The beginning of the end … Last night’s TV ratings.
