There’s growing momentum among influential Queensland voices for Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow to start at fullback in State of Origin II, and it’s gaining serious traction. With Kalyn Ponga ruled out due to injury and Reece Walsh under an HIA cloud after that brutal hit in Game I, the Maroons are considering their options — and “The Hammer” is front and centre.
Tabuai-Fidow has been electric for the Dolphins this season, showcasing blistering speed, agility, and a knack for breaking the line. His performance in Origin I, particularly after Walsh’s early exit, reignited conversations about his best position — and many believe that’s fullback. He’s no stranger to the big stage, having already scored multiple tries in the Origin arena and proven he can handle the pressure.
Queensland selectors now face a fascinating dilemma. Do they back the dynamic, unpredictable flair of Tabuai-Fidow at the back, or revert to a more traditional structure if Walsh is cleared? Either way, Hamiso’s form is impossible to ignore. The calls from legends and fans alike for him to wear the No. 1 jersey in Game II are only getting louder — and it could be the X-factor Queensland needs to close out the series.
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