New South Wales produced a powerful statement in enemy territory to take the opening game of the three-match State of Origin series over Queensland.
The new-look Blues, who are being led by coach John Strange who took after he took over from Kylie Hilder, put on an impressive display at Suncorp Stadium as they eased to a 32-12 win.
The NSW mentor handed debuts to four players with three of them crossing the stripe during the victory in Game I.
However, it wasn't so rosy for the defending champions with the Maroons forced to head back to the drawing board as they prepare to head to Sydney to try and keep the series alive.
The Sporting News brings you the latest team news.
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Women's State of Origin 2025: Predicted team lists for NSW and Queensland
Women's NSW predicted team: Game 2
1. Abbi Church
2. Jaime Chapman
3. Jessica Sergis
4. Isabelle Kelly
5. Jayme Fressard
6. Tiana Penitani
7. Jess Southwell
8. Simaima Taufa
9. Keeley Davis
10. Ellie Johnston
11. Kezie Apps
12. Yasmin Clydsdale
13. Olivia Kernick
14. Jocelyn Kelleher
15. Kennedy Cherrington
16. Sarah Togatuki
17. Emma Verran
NSW Sky Blues team news
Strange named four debutants in his 20-player squad for Game I of the series.
Making their Origin debuts were Abbi Church (Parramatta Eels), Jayme Fressard (Sydney Roosters), Ellie Johnston (Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks), and Jocelyn Kelleher (Sydney Roosters).
Church showcased her quality at fullback while also notching a try during an utterly dominant second half for the Blues in the opener.
Fressard crossed for a double and Ellie Johnston barged her way over from close range to cap a strong display through the middle.
Jesse Southwell, who was recalled after missing last year's series, was stellar at halfback as she laid on a try and provided two linebreak assists.
Captain Isabelle Kelly also had a night out as the centre bagged a four-pointer and provided two try assists.
Prop Simaima Taufa was awarded the player-of-the-match after she notched 134 run metres and 12 tackles.
Strange is expected to name an unchanged side for Game II as a result of the standout displays across the board. However, he does have some concerns coming out of the match.
Olivia Kernick picked up a rib injury but managed to battle through and finish the contest. The forward is likely to be named again, although if she is ruled out Shaylee Bent could receive a call-up after serving as the 18th player.
Tiana Penitani Gray was put on report for a hair pull on Tamika Upton and will be nervously awaiting the findings of the Match Review Committee.
Women's QLD predicted team: Game 2
1. Tamika Upton
2. Julia Robinson
3. Shenae Ciesiolka
4. Rory Owen
5. Jasmine Peters
6. Tarryn Aiken
7. Ali Brigginshaw
8. Keilee Joseph
9. Lauren Brown
10. Jessika Elliston
11. Sienna Lofipo
12. Romy Teitzel
13. Destiny Brill
14. Jada Ferguson
15. Sophie Holyman
16. Makenzie Weale
17. Tavarna Papalii
QLD Maroons team news
The Maroons endured a tough night at Suncorp as they went down to a heavy defeat to their rivals with Tahnee Norris now facing an interesting decision on whether she sticks solid with the same side for Game II.
Tamika Upton was kept relatively quiet during the loss with the fullback sure to be looking for an improved performance in Sydney after she made just 77 run metres from 11 carries.
Jasmine Peters made her debut for her state but saw her night ended in disappointing fashion after she copped a head knock. The winger initially left the field for a HIA but it was later ruled to be a category-one incident.
Jada Ferguson, Rory Owen and Tavarna Papalii also made their debuts in Game I and should keep hold of their spots.
Papalii was promoted into the starting side at lock after initially being named on the bench as she took the place of Destiny Brill. The Brisbane forward is likely to be handed the No.13 jersey again though.
Romy Teiztzel will face a nervous wait for the findings of the Match Review Committee after Keeley Davis accused her of an eye-gouge.
Women's State of Origin 2025 schedule
| Fixture | Date | Time [AEST] | Venue | Result |
| Game I | Thu. May 1 | 7:45 pm | Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane | QLD 12 def. by NSW 32 |
| Game II | Thu. May 15 | 7:45 pm | Allianz Stadium, Sydney | |
| Game III | Wed. May 28 | 7:45 pm | McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle |