Rugby league: Cameron Munster named Queensland State of Origin skipper

Cameron Munster will lead Queensland in State of Origin game two.
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Melbourne Storm playmaker Cameron Munster has been named Queensland State of Origin captain for their must win game against New South Wales.

He replaces former skipper Daly Cherry-Evans, who was dropped after the 18-6 loss in the series opener.

Cherry-Evans had previously steered the Maroons to Origin series wins in 2020 and 2022-23.

Game two in the best of three series is in Perth next Wednesday.

The must-win Perth clash will now carry extra significance for Munster, who will also notch up his 20th Origin match.

Canterbury Bulldogs forward Kurt Mann will also make his Origin debut.

– RNZ