On this day, Big Mal, 'Golden Boots', Alfie and supercoach Bennett receive Australia Day honours, Rabbitohs and Rhinos take the USA by storm, and Manu Vatuvei suffers a cruel blow.
NSW coach Brad Fittler says he's a better coach after last year's shock State of Origin loss and is keen to make amends in 2021, while also backing the ability of highly rated youngster Joseph Suaalii to take the step up to NRL level.