Stated history
The precursor to the Hall of Fame tribute match was the state-of-origin series, played from 1977 to 1999.
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Leigh Matthews was once reputed to be a reluctant Victorian player. As coach, he faced the same reluctance from some players to risk injury for their state. Photo: Joe Armao