Queensland powerhouse second-rower Jaydn Su'A, an old-fashioned State of Origin hitman, is ready to make more of an impact early in game two of the State of Origin series. The Maroons have had players like Su'A over the years who love nothing more than cutting opponents in half with Trevor Gillmeister, Tonie Carroll and Ben Te'o three that come to mind. Su'A, 26, was recalled to the Maroons side for the 38-10 win in game one in Sydney after last playing Origin in 2021.
He revealed the week leading into the Sydney clash had been draining. Journalism for the curious Australian across politics, business, culture and opinion. "I definitely feel like there is more in me.
Being back in that Origin arena it was a bit emotionally draining," Su'A said. "I was emotionally drained in the sense that I hadn't been in this team for so long. It was an emotional time for me and my family.
I will be better for it and will make sure I build my week." Su'A, who won his recall on the back of strong form for St George-Illawarra, said he wanted to make more of an impact early in the match at the MCG. "That is what I would like to do," he said.
"We got the job done in game one but we want to go down to Melbourne with a bang and show everyone what this team is about." Maroons veteran Felise Kaufusi has a similar story to Su'A in that he was not selected last year for Origin due to suspensions. He too has been recalled and is glad he has Su'A by his side.
"Absolutely. He has so well deserved his spot.
