In the early stages of the match, the NSW Blues are denied first points after a decision by the Bunker review. All three outlets report that Jayme Fressard is found to have knocked the ball while grounding it, which results in the try/score being disallowed. The ruling overturns what would have otherwise counted as the Blues’ opening score. The decision is presented as a specific technical call related to ball control and grounding, rather than a larger dispute over play. With the early attempt ruled out, NSW is left without those points and play continues from the resulting restart according to the match’s officiating procedures. The reports agree on the key facts: the points are denied, the Bunker makes the determination, and Jayme Fressard is identified as the player involved in the grounding incident that leads to the denial. Beyond that, the articles provide no additional detail on broader match context, scoring, or subsequent outcomes.