New South Wales secured the State of Origin shield by defeating the Queensland Maroons 30-12 in Game 3 at Suncorp Stadium. Despite previous losses in Sydney and Melbourne, the Blues scored five tries to win the series 2-1. Nathan Cleary was the standout performer, scoring two tries and kicking five goals to earn the Wally Lewis medal. This victory silenced critics and provided a triumphant conclusion for coach Laurie Daley amidst a contentious series atmosphere.
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