The New South Wales Blues are facing an injury concern with Bulldogs centre Stephen Crichton as he failed to finish a training session in Brisbane ahead of the highly anticipated Origin I match. According to reports, Crichton left the field limping and had an ice pack applied to his left quad, raising doubts about his availability for the game, which is set to take place at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday night at 10:05 PM.
In the event that Crichton is unable to play, South Sydney’s Campbell Graham is expected to step into the starting role. This situation adds to the tension as the Blues prepare for their clash against the Queensland Maroons.
This injury scare highlights the volatility that teams face in the lead-up to critical matches. Just days before, the Queensland Maroons also encountered a minor scare with star centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, who exited their training early after a knee collision. Fortunately, the Maroons reported that his injury was not serious, which offers optimism for both teams as they navigate these late hurdles.
As both squads adjust their lineups and prepare mentally for the competition, fans are hopeful for a closely contested match that could showcase the depth and resilience of the players involved. The excitement surrounding the Origin series promises thrilling and unpredictable action as both teams aim to claim victory.
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