HERO OF THE WEEK

PAUL GALLEN / RUGBY LEAGUE The departing New South Wales captain celebrated the sweet taste of victory in his final State of Origin game, by kicking the goal for Michael Jennings’ matchwinning try at the death, as the Blues beat Queensland 18-14 in Sydney. It was the Maroons who had the last laugh, though, as they won their 10th series from 11, but Gallen’s been a worthy foe in an unprecedented era of Queensland dominance. Now the Cronulla Sharks skipper can lead their charge to their first NRL title.