Pictured: Michael Morgan with former Queensland skipper Adrian Lam last night.
Former Queensland captain Adrian Lam delivered a rousing pre-match address to the Maroons over dinner at the team’s Parramatta hotel last night.
Holding the Origin jersey he wore 20 years ago, Lam spoke about the special bond shared by the 1995 Queenslanders, who stunned NSW 3-0 in an unforgettable Maroons clean sweep.
Lam revealed he was a bundle of nerves before his Origin debut, losing three kilograms in the hours leading into Game 1.
But there were no sign of nerves last night as the veteran of 14 Origin matches spoke assertively about the meaning of Origin and Maroons family.
There were calming words as well, the perfect tonic for Maroons debutants Michael Morgan and Josh McGuire who were presented with their Game 1 jerseys.
Video: Captain's Run from inside ANZ Stadium
Pictured: Josh McGuire being presented with his XXXX QLD Maroons jersey
CALLING ALL MAROONS SUPPORTERS!
Make sure you visit the XXXX Queensland Maroons 18th Man Bar located outside the southern stand at ANZ Stadium (Aisle 141) before the game.
This is your place to meet other passionate Queenslanders and revel in the atmosphere of the build up to kick off.
There will be live rock music by The Dave White Band, giveaways and XXXX Gold beer on tap from the bar. Gates open at 5.45pm.
Not only is it a place for the fans, there will also be a guest appearance by Queensland Origin legend Wendell Sailor at 6.30pm.
Make sure you get in early and show your Maroon pride!
Find out more about 18th Man here: Maroons launch 18th Man
