Karl Stefanovic announces his Queensland team for State of Origin I, naming players for the match. Multiple outlets report that one of Stefanovic’s selections draws particular attention from former player Andrew Johns, who is described as being “terrified” or reacting with strong concern about the choice. The articles present the same overall development: Stefanovic publicly shares his proposed line-up for Queensland ahead of the game, and Johns’ response is highlighted as a standout moment in the coverage.
While the stories focus on the reaction, they all treat the announcement itself as the central news item. The reporting does not indicate that the selection is an official squad; instead, it frames the team as Stefanovic’s call for Origin I. The emphasis is on the contrast between Stefanovic’s picks and the unease expressed by Johns, alongside the broader context of State of Origin preparations.
