Disbelief at ugly Origin bloodbath
Everyone from Dave Hughes to punters at the pub were yelling at the TV as NSW stars painted Townsville red, until finally somebody stepped in.
Rugby League
by Alex Blair
10th Jun 2021 6:08 AM
Fans were left stunned as Game I of 2021's Origin series devolved into a bloodbath with the visiting side painting the Townsville turf red.
Star half Nathan Cleary copped an unfortunate piece of friendly fire off Tom Trbojevic after the latter went over for the first try of the match. Viewers around the country couldn't believe the scene as the No. 7 was allowed to play on with blood pouring from a cut under his eye.