Queensland recalled Tyson Gagai and Kotoni Staggs ahead of the decider. Murray Taulagi joined the squad following good NRL performances. New South Wales dropped Tom Trbojevic for the match. Jayden Nikora announced the changes ahead of Friday’s decider. Haumole Olakau’atu trained with the team and could still play. The Maroons reshuffled the lineup again. Coaches work to perfect team balance before the final list is set. Fans are waiting for the official team news before kickoff. Queensland aims to use these changes to alter how the match runs.