ARLC chairman Peter V\u2019landys has confirmed the game\u2019s powerbrokers are preparing to review State of Origin eligibility rules to reduce the impact on New Zealand and England\u2019s talent pools.<\/p>\n
As it stands, players who represent those tier one nations are unable to also represent their respective states at Origin level.<\/p>\n
However, players like Brian To\u2019o, Stephen Crichton and Jarome Luai, who have pledged their allegiance to tier two nation Samoa, are able to play for NSW.<\/p>\n
FOX LEAGUE, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every game of every round in the 2025 NRL Telstra Premiership, LIVE with no ad-breaks during play. New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited-time offer ><\/a><\/p>\n According to the SMH<\/a>, Kaeo Weekes is the latest big-name star to have been forced to make a decision between Origin and playing for New Zealand.<\/p>\n The Raiders gun was reportedly approached by NZRL to play for the Kiwis, but turned that move down to keep his New South Wales Origin and Kangaroos hopes alive.<\/p>\n According to V\u2019landys, Weekes\u2019 decision serves as a case study as to how the current eligibility rules are hampering New Zealand and England.<\/p>\n \u201cIt is a strong argument that if you\u2019ve played your footy in Australia before the age of 13 and you are eligible to play Origin, why shouldn\u2019t you be able to?\u201d V\u2019landys said.<\/p>\n Tedesco labels Chooks ‘clunky’ in loss | 03:46<\/p>\n \u201cIf we were to change the rules, it would only be for New Zealand and English players.<\/p>\n \u201cThey\u2019re the tier-one countries impacted. (Players from) tier-two nations like Samoa and Tonga can still play State of Origin and represent those nations.\u201d<\/p>\n V\u2019landys, however, did admit the discussion surrounding Origin eligibility won\u2019t come without controversy.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s a polarising idea. When we\u2019ve consulted on any possible Origin eligibility changes some people have loved it, others hated it,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n \u201cWe want a strong international game and calendar, and we want Australia to be challenged. <\/p>\n \u201cAnd we want to respect the players and the nations they want to play for, and the argument for change is one we\u2019ll consider.\u201d<\/p>\n Should the rules be changed, the likes of Kalyn Ponga could play for the Kiwis and Queensland, while Victor Radley could represent both NSW and England.<\/p>\n Bellamy gives Hughes injury update | 08:53<\/p>\n MORE NRL NEWS<\/p>\n \u2018WON\u2019T RECOVER\u2019: Brutal reveal over Storm star as Bellamy makes big admission<\/a><\/p>\n \u2018PEOPLE DON\u2019T SEE IT\u2019: Greats lift lid on hidden Des side and unforgotten spray<\/a><\/p>\n \u2018WHICH ONE WAS IT?\u2019: Baffled Teddy hits out at crucial last-gasp ref call<\/a><\/p>\n