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Ponga Sees Red: Origin Stunner Ends Maroons' Lead
27 May
Summary
- Kalyn Ponga was sent off for a high hit on Tolu Koula.
- The incident occurred during Origin 1 at Accor Stadium.
- NSW secured a dramatic 22-20 comeback victory.
Kalyn Ponga received a red card in Origin 1 at Accor Stadium, marking him as the seventh player in the game's history to be sent off. The incident, a high hit on Tolu Koula in the 57th minute, occurred while the Maroons held a significant 20-4 lead over the NSW Blues.
Despite the Maroons' advantage, the decision to send Ponga off ignited a comeback for the Blues. NSW scored five minutes later and continued to close the gap. James Tedesco's late try ultimately sealed an extraordinary 22-20 victory for New South Wales, completing a remarkable turnaround.
Tolu Koula was later ruled out of the match after failing a HIA test following the collision with Ponga.
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