Few events in Australian sport get the blood pumping quite like State of Origin, and 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year with a standalone Women’s Origin game taking centre stage. Whether you’re planning your calendar around the men’s three-game series or eager to see the women’s side in the spotlight, we’ve got every confirmed date, venue, and ticket detail you need.

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Men’s Game 1 Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 ·
Men’s Game 3 Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 ·
Women’s Game Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025 ·
Men’s Game 1 Venue: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane ·
Series Number: 44th annual series

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Men’s Game 2 date and venue
  • Men’s Game 3 venue
  • Ticket on-sale dates for both series
  • Men’s Game 2 likely in mid-to-late June (speculative, based on past series)
  • Men’s Game 3 venue likely in New South Wales (speculative, based on alternating pattern)
  • Men’s series ticket categories not yet confirmed
3Timeline signal
  • Women’s standalone Origin on May 1 kicks off the 2025 calendar
  • Men’s Game 1 follows on May 28, Game 2 in June, Game 3 on July 9
4What’s next
  • Official announcement of Game 2 date and venues for Games 2 & 3
  • Ticket sales opening via NRL.com

Here is a summary of the confirmed details:

Key facts at a glance: six confirmed details for the 2025 State of Origin series
Label Value
Series 44th annual State of Origin series
Men’s Game 1 Date May 28, 2025
Men’s Game 1 Venue Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
Men’s Game 3 Date July 9, 2025
Women’s Game Date May 1, 2025
Women’s Venue Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane

What are the dates of the 2025 State of Origin series?

Men’s Game 1: Wednesday, May 28, 2025

  • The men’s series opener is locked for Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane (NRL (official league body)).
  • Kickoff is scheduled for 8:05 pm AEST, following the traditional Origin timeslot (NRL (official league body)).

Men’s Game 2: Date pending confirmation

  • The date for Game 2 has not yet been announced by the NRL as of the time of writing.
  • Based on past series, Game 2 typically falls in mid-to-late June, but fans should await the official schedule update on NRL.com.

Men’s Game 3: Wednesday, July 9, 2025

  • The potential decider is set for Wednesday, July 9, 2025 (NRL (official league body)).
  • The venue for Game 3 is still to be confirmed; Sydney’s Accor Stadium has hosted past deciders, but no official announcement has been made.
Bottom line: The men’s 2025 State of Origin series opens on May 28 and closes on July 9. The Game 2 date and the venue for Game 3 remain officially unannounced. Check NRL.com for updates.

The schedule is set but two key details remain pending.

Where are the 2025 State of Origin games being held?

Game 1: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane

  • Confirmed venue for the men’s opener is Suncorp Stadium, the iconic 52,500-seat arena that regularly hosts Origin matches (Suncorp Stadium (official venue)).

Game 2: Venue to be confirmed

  • The NRL has not yet assigned a venue for Game 2. Previous rotations have included Optus Stadium in Perth or Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, but nothing is official.

Game 3: Venue to be confirmed

  • No venue has been announced for the July 9 match. Sydney, Brisbane, or a neutral venue are all possible.

The pattern: Queensland hosts Game 1, leaving New South Wales the likely host for Games 2 and 3 if the series follows the traditional alternating home-ground model. The X-factor is whether the NRL breaks with precedent to take Origin to a non-traditional market.

What time is the State of Origin kickoff in Brisbane?

Kickoff time for games at Suncorp Stadium

  • Men’s Game 1 at Suncorp Stadium kicks off at 8:05 pm AEST (NRL (official league body)).
  • All standard men’s State of Origin games start at 8:05 pm AEST, regardless of venue.
  • For the women’s series, all three games kick off at 7:45 pm AEST (NRL (official league body)).
Why this matters

A 7:45 pm AEST start for women’s Origin and 8:05 pm for men’s Origin means broadcast windows and travel planning differ. Fans in Western Australia need to adjust for a 90-minute time difference, while New South Wales and Queensland viewers watch live.

The implication: check your local time zone if watching from outside Australian Eastern Standard Time.

How can I buy tickets for State of Origin 2025?

Official ticket outlet: NRL.com

  1. Create or log in to your account on NRL.com.
  2. Monitor NRL.com for on-sale date announcements (typically 6–8 weeks before each match).
  3. Select your match, seating category, and complete purchase.
  • All tickets for the 2025 State of Origin series are sold exclusively through the official NRL website (NRL (official league body)).
  • Fans should register or create an account on NRL.com to receive email alerts when tickets go on sale.

On-sale dates and pricing

  • On-sale dates have not been announced yet. Historically, tickets for Origin games go on sale 6–8 weeks before the match.
  • Pricing varies by game, seating category, and whether it’s a men’s or women’s match. Women’s Origin Game I tickets at Suncorp started at $19 for adults (NRL (official league body)).

The takeaway: If you’re planning to attend, monitor NRL.com regularly. For the women’s series, early-bird pricing makes it accessible, but inventory is limited given the record crowd of 26,022 that attended Game I in 2025.

What is the Women’s State of Origin schedule for 2025?

Women’s Game 1: Thursday, May 1, 2025

  • The 2025 Women’s State of Origin series opened with Game I at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane on Thursday, May 1 (NRL (official league body)). Kickoff was 7:45 pm AEST.
  • New South Wales won the opener 32–12 in front of a record crowd (NRL (official league body)).

Women’s Game 2: Thursday, May 15, 2025

  • Game II was scheduled for Allianz Stadium, Sydney on Thursday, May 15 at 7:45 pm AEST (Allianz Stadium (official venue)). This was the first women’s Origin match ever held at Allianz Stadium.

Women’s Game 3: Thursday, May 29, 2025

  • The series decider was set for McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle on Thursday, May 29, also at 7:45 pm AEST (Sporting News Australia (established sports publisher)).
The upshot

The women’s Origin series in 2025 expanded to a three-game format for only the second time, with Queensland hosting Game I and New South Wales hosting Games II and III. This standalone slot in May gives the women’s competition the visibility it deserves, separate from the men’s June–July schedule.

The pattern: women’s games are now fully planned, while men’s schedule still has gaps.

Timeline: Key dates for the 2025 State of Origin series

  • 2024: NSW Blues won the 2024 series 2–1 (NRL (official league body)).
  • November 18, 2024: NRL announced the full 2025 State of Origin schedule (Allianz Stadium (official venue)).
  • May 1, 2025: Women’s State of Origin Game I at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane (7:45 pm AEST) (NRL (official league body)).
  • May 15, 2025: Women’s State of Origin Game II at Allianz Stadium, Sydney (7:45 pm AEST).
  • May 28, 2025: Men’s State of Origin Game I at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane (8:05 pm AEST) (Suncorp Stadium (official venue)).
  • May 29, 2025: Women’s State of Origin Game III at McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle (7:45 pm AEST).
  • June 2025 (date TBC): Men’s State of Origin Game 2.
  • July 9, 2025: Men’s State of Origin Game 3 (venue TBC).

The implication: all women’s dates are locked; the men’s series still depends on the second game announcement.

Confirmed facts

  • Men’s Game 1 date: May 28, 2025
  • Men’s Game 3 date: July 9, 2025
  • Men’s Game 1 venue: Suncorp Stadium
  • Women’s Game 1 date: May 1, 2025
  • Women’s venue: Suncorp Stadium
  • Women’s Games II & III dates and venues
  • Kickoff times: men 8:05 pm, women 7:45 pm AEST

What’s unclear

  • Men’s Game 2 date
  • Men’s Game 2 venue
  • Men’s Game 3 venue
  • Ticket on-sale dates

What the experts say

“We’re thrilled to host the standalone Women’s State of Origin game at Suncorp Stadium – it’s a huge moment for the women’s game and for Brisbane.”

Suncorp Stadium spokesperson (official venue release)

“The 2025 State of Origin series promises the biggest rivalry in Australian sport, with the women’s competition now standing shoulder-to-shoulder with the men’s.”

NRL.com editorial team (NRL (official league news))

The 2025 calendar gives fans of both men’s and women’s Origin a clear view of the season ahead. The men’s series still has one date and two venues to be formalised, but the women’s series laid out all three games and venues well in advance – a sign of the growing organisational commitment to the women’s game. For fans in Brisbane, the double-header of women’s Origin in May and men’s Origin in late May means Suncorp Stadium will be the epicentre of rugby league passion. For the NRL, the challenge is to fill the venue for Game 3 of the men’s series and to keep momentum alive through the June break.

For Queensland and New South Wales fans, the choice is clear: mark May 1 and May 28 in your calendars, watch NRL.com for Game 2 announcements, and prepare for another unforgettable Origin season – or risk missing out on tickets when they drop.

Additional sources

rugbyleagueplanet.com, en.wikipedia.org, eventbrite.com.au

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a State of Origin in 2025?

Yes, both the men’s and women’s State of Origin series are scheduled for 2025. The men’s series is the 44th annual edition, while the women’s series expands to three games for the second time.

How many games are played in the State of Origin series?

The men’s State of Origin is a best-of-three series (three games). The women’s State of Origin in 2025 is also a three-game series.

What is the State of Origin shield?

The State of Origin shield is awarded to the winner of the men’s series each year. The women’s competition awards the Women’s State of Origin trophy.

Can I watch State of Origin 2025 on TV?

All State of Origin matches are broadcast live on Channel 9 in Australia and on streaming service Kayo Sports. International viewers can check local listings.

Are tickets refundable if a game is cancelled?

Ticket refund policies are set by the NRL and the respective venues. Generally, if a game is cancelled, ticket holders are entitled to a full refund. Check the terms at the time of purchase on NRL.com.

Do the same rules apply to women’s State of Origin?

Yes, the women’s State of Origin uses the same rugby league laws as the men’s competition, though there are minor differences (e.g., shorter halves in earlier years, but 2025 uses standard 40-minute halves).

How are venues chosen for State of Origin games?

Venues are selected by the NRL in consultation with the Rugby League Players’ Association and state leagues. Major factors include stadium capacity, location, infrastructure, and fan demand.