The platform for Nathan Cleary’s star turn – and the freewheeling team’s historic fourth win in a Brisbane decider – was set by a dominant performance from the big men in blue.

Origin is faster, the gaps close quicker and the defence is more disciplined than in the NRL. Nathan Cleary will have more space and can do more damage outside Mitchell Moses.

It’s a decider at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday night, where Laurie Daley will be hoping team changes will reap victory for the Blues. Our experts have their say on how they think…