Fine forecast as Women's State of Origin goes from strength to strength | Jack Snape

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The Maroons begin the defence of their title with hopes of more record crowds, as the appeal of women's players becomes more apparent

A forecast for clear skies for Brisbane on Thursday has players and officials optimistic that women's rugby league will launch itself into a new era of prominence in the first match of this year's Women's State of Origin.

Last year's series featured three contests for the first time, unprecedented television ratings and record crowds, but each clash was affected by inclement weather, giving rise to hopes of even larger attendances in 2025.