NSW officials say playmaker Ethan Strange does not train on Saturday as he continues to recover from an ankle injury ahead of Wednesday’s State of Origin decider. All outlets report that NSW is treating Strange as a possible option, but his participation depends on how he responds to his rehabilitation in the coming days.
According to the reports, NSW’s medical and coaching staff are planning for Strange to be assessed again after further treatment and running work. They are working on the expectation that he can shake off the injury, but they indicate he will need to be able to run at full intensity by Monday to be considered available for selection.
The information is presented as a conditional pathway: Strange’s availability is not confirmed, and NSW’s decision will follow his fitness progress and whether he can meet the Monday requirement for full-tilt running. No additional details about the injury severity, timetable, or alternative selections are provided in the accounts.
