Matt King: ex garbo with no first-grade coaching experience takes charge of NSW

The former player and one-time bin man admits he has not always believed he could be a head coach but the Blues’ recent formula suggests he may succeed in the State of Origin cauldron The retired winger was once likened to The Simpsons’ character Sideshow Bob for his distinctive hair. He was a late bloomer as a player

Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has been heavily linked to the Blues job when he finishes up with Penrith at the end of 2027. He might have to wait a while longer.

Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has been heavily linked to the Blues job when he finishes up with Penrith at the end of 2027. He might have to wait a while longer.