By Nick Campton

Topic: NRL

Thursday, 18 June 2026, 12:37 pm

Max Plath plays between Queensland's big stars.

Queensland had many heroes in their big win.

Sam Walker was man of the match, and Selwyn Cobbo was great too.

Max Plath is a new Queensland hero who helps his team.

On Wednesday, Queensland coach Billy Slater saw a great future.

Think of Reuben Cotter and Lindsay Collins.

Think of Adam Mogg in 2006.

These players are the Queensland spirit.

Queensland wins with heroes like these.

Max Plath said, 'I play every game like it's my last.'

Max Plath said, 'I'm lucky to play with great players.'

Max Plath played very well in his second Origin match.

He was everywhere and did a little bit of everything.

In 57 minutes, Max Plath ran 115 meters and made 28 tackles.

Max Plath makes his team better.

Before he came on, the Blues led 12-2.

Billy Slater didn't play his best card at first.

Max Plath said, 'We knew we'd score if we followed the plan.'

Max Plath said, 'Our system works when we apply pressure.'

Max Plath likes playing in the middle.

Max Plath said, 'I'm still learning, but I'll work on it.'

Max Plath said, 'I'm just glad Billy trusts me.'

Many people now trust Max Plath.

Max Plath is like other Queensland heroes.

Queensland never gets tired of these stories.

Max Plath was everywhere in Origin II.

Cameron Smith said, 'Max Plath helps his teammates.'

Cameron Smith said, 'Max Plath is always around the ball.'

Max Plath was involved in two scoring plays.

Cameron Smith said, 'Max Plath can make something happen.'

Max Plath can help Queensland win the decider.

It's been four years since Queensland won at home.

Max Plath wants to make his state proud.

Max Plath said, 'Origin is hard, but I love it.'

Max Plath said, 'I love Lang Park.'

Max Plath wants to make others feel proud.

Thursday, 18 June 2026, 12:37 pm

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