Gus wraps up State of Origin 2022: Six Tackles with Gus - Episode 20 | NRL on Nine 

Game 1: A new hope. Game 2: Blues strike back. Game 3: Return of the Maroons.

Gus is an absolute asset to the game. I'm a QLDer and when he coached NSW I couldn't stand him, but the way he promotes the game and the players with a wisdom that few have I've come to really appreciate him. Thanks for your service Gus Gould.

I remember running into Gus in a takeaway across from the Roma Street Travelodge on origins night (he was coaching) he copped a spray from us, being Queenslanders but he was so gracious and up for the game and the challenge. He was a pleasure to talk to and make time for all fans not just the Blues. He is to NSW what we are to Queensland, upmost respect for him and what he does for the game and for his NSW team, he gets what it is to be a supporter of origin and what makes us Queenslanders - Also, lets not forget it take two great teams to make a great game, that is the spectacle of our sport!

First time origin felt like origin last night. Real hatred felt between the two sides with the punch ons, back chat, huge hits, knockouts and a close finish. What a game!

*I miss not hearing RAY WARREN, imagine him screaming when Ben Hunt was sprinting..*

14:00 Gus is 100% right. As a Queenslander my ambition was to play for Queensland. Australia was a secondary thing. Queensland was what mattered that maroon is the only thing that ever occupied my mind. I tried explaining it to a mate and the only thing like it in the world is Texas and the United States. In Texas you’re a Texan 1st 2nd and 3rd and then you’re an American. Same with Queenslanders I’m a Queenslander. Every day of the week and occasionally I’m Australian. That’s how it is. Now obviously instead of being a Queensland legend I was in fact garbage. But the point is Queenslanders dream of playing for Queensland new south Welshmen dream of playing for Australia.

As a NSW supporter I'm glad people will remember Ben Hunt for winning the series for QLD and not his GF drop ball.. know one deserves that..

I never would have thought that comments from Gus about an Origin game at Lang Park could bring tears, but I'm a bit choked up right now. Says everything about this series that after so many years, so many epic battles, so many incredible stories that we can still be overawed by the occasion and be almost lost for words. I enjoy a lot of different sports and I've seen incredible games but in terms of the pure quality you get year after year after year ... State of Origin is unmatched, there is simply nothing like it.

Every single player on that field whether they were maroon or blue, can hold their head high. Toughest hardest game of Rugby League I've ever watched!

Gus can be arrogantly annoying at times, but he is so insightful including in this analysis. Such an epic game, even better for us QLD supporters!

I honestly thought we were toast after losing Munster.. even as a Maroon I’m in awe of the commitment of the QLD players, not matter how good their opposition is .. saw it during the super league wars.. Fatty’s Neville nobodies won against a red hot blues team.. it was pouted that after the ‘big 5’ retired the blues would dominate for years, the “worst” maroon team still won against a champion blues team .. I know Joey hates the term “QLD spirit” but what else can it be.. 🤷‍♂️

As a QLDer it was great to see us get the win, at the end of the day we were the better team when it counted. No knock to NSW they took everything we threw at them and almost turned it around in the closing minutes of the second half, after repeat sets QLD could not cross the line it was a truely valiant effort from NSW unfortunately just undone by some critical errors. I am nothing but excited for the Origin Series to come. It feels like we are stepping into a new Era of origin football the speed, skill and sheer inability to quit from either side just makes you stomach churn with anticipation.

Tino saved Burton by the way....Gagai was destroying him until Tino dragged him away...Hilarious...Burton can blame Luai for the belting...gagai was holding onto that since Cobbo......gagai was fantastic....

Gus talking on this show is an absolute pleasure to listen to, speaks so candidly, a true gem to the sport

I can't tell if it's Thurston or Cam but when Hunt is sprinting for the try line, you can hear them screaming gooooo!

It felt like Origin has been reborn .. similiar scoreline to 1980 also.

It’s like it’s been said countless times. The maroons jersey has a profound impact for whoever dawns it. It carries pride, honour, responsibility for such a wonderful state. But, I’ve always been profoundly amazed and touched by the maroons NEVER SAY DIE attitude to every game, you will never see anyone of them give up even though it seems impossible. They will keep playing and playing and playing until the timer reaches 80 minutes, and that’s how miracles such as last night happen. Never have I been more proud of a team.

Cleary's kick will haunt him like kimorley's pass intercepted by Bowen 😉

Cmon Gus you can't call Kurt Capewell Luke haha.. he is underrated, showed this year he is a capable of playing both centre and 2nd row at the highest level and preforming consistently.. always plays with effort and a positive attitude

I am a Queenslander and have a few NSW passionate mates. We don't lay rubbish on each other because we understand that it's not us out there competing.

Good Gaaawd I missed Ray “Rabs” Warren calling Origin 🙁

I find Gus to be one of the fairest and impartial commentators in this sport. Well done Gus from this Queenslander 👏.

Gus's commentary on the third game was incredibly unbiased and gracious in defeat, and I'm a Queenslander. And by the way the second game in Sydney where the crowd were chanting NSW gave me chills, anyone who says the NSW team don't have, spirit / love for their state doesn't know what they're talking about. Gus is as Australian as they come... bad luck this time, it could have gone either way.

As a Queenslander I don’t see the hate for Gould, he’s so poetic in everyday speech

I wanted to see Munster in isolation watching the game

Surely Gus could give us a smile when the show opens 😅😂

Perfect combo these 2. The tempo of the conversation they're having is the best..

Very impressed with Gus here. Good on you!

Liked how the biggest grub, Luai, backed right off when fists were flying. When they're not and guys know they can't throw, he's always getting in guys faces, yelling and grabbing jerseys and pushing. I can't stand his antics, he's a great player, he doesn't need to do that. 20 years ago, he'd have been ironed out of he did any of that. I'd have Cody Walker at 6 instead of him, maybe have him at 14, he'd be a very good 9 and backup for the backline. That or not at all, Walker is worth points, it's hard for him missing out, especially as he's in his 30s.

Go Qld ❤️

Burton got hit before he was rescued by a Queenslander.

Gus Gould is a giant of, and for the game. He seems to annoy NSW fans and has the respect of QLD fans, which is so very odd, given he is the most successful NSW coach. The simple reason for this, is that he is fair and calls it as he sees it. It's no coincidence that the best coach ever for NSW has, and always has had, respect for his opposition and never underestimated them.

Young NSW players? QLD also had a stack of very young and inexperienced players. They rose to the occasion and did a great job - without Cameron Munster who is QLDs best player

I'm a Toad through and through, but I totally respect Gus and his comments, best analyst in the game..

In reality NSW can never really complain that they have a player unavailable when you consider that QLD have a smaller pool of players to choose from especially in key positions

As long as Slater ,Smith and Thurston are involved with Origin NSW will forever live in their Shadows....

I think buzz said it best. Qld want to play for the jersey whereas NSW want to play origin.

Gus never coaches NSW anymore because he knows its too difficult. He almost slipped up and said Origin is all Qlders care about (in a negative way). But thats why Qld win. He knows Qld care more. Gus would rather see Penrith win than NSW. But Id rather see Qld win and Broncos get the spoon every year.

@18:30 "maybe there's a moment of hesitation, maybe there's a moment of self doubt". I was hoping Gus would elaborate on this moment. I thought Cleary just hung onto the ball too long. It could have been so different had he got that kick away.

Gus is good at analysing a game.

Great post game wrap up. very interesting

I can't wait and hope Tommy, latrell and Hass are all on the field at the same time next year.

Far & away the most realistic assessment of the Origin decider.

Can someone ask Burton how the gagai fist sandwich was also play the song for joey john's everybody hurts as he walks in

well said Gus, an NRL gentleman.

These 2 guys do it well together.....

I feel Gus does make sense every time with his comments. Always fair and a fitting description of the game played.

QLD spine getting the edge over NSW for the next era.. Munster Ponga Dearden Grant Hunt Evans have better chemistry as long as the game is a close contest then qld will hold the edge.

Gus is a guru,too good he is.

Cleary showed once again. He’s a flat track bully and he can’t handle the heat when his team isn’t dominating.

The expression on his face says it all. He he is just hating every second of it.

Matt thomson is going great after taking over from rabs. Well done matt. Salty is excellent too

I like how Gus @ 14:33 starts to draw 3D rectangles

if nsw wants to clutch more series. they need to give NateDawg the keys to the team, but untill that day...QLD ALLDAYYY BABYYYY 💯💪😤👌🔥🔥🔥

My God Gus - why are you not giving motivational speeches to the Blues teams?!

I am the most one eyed biased Queenslander that God ever put breath in, but Gus is absolutely right. NSW were in that game and went toe to toe with Queensland until Hunt's piece of magic. Results aside was a seriously enthralling game of rugby league. If I had to pick two games too put in show, to try and convert people to rugby league it would be that one and the 2015 GF.

WOW , Gus is an EXCELLENT analyzer

Awesome comments Gus!

It's that time of the year folks little then a week away let's go QLD

Serious question from a Kiwi - why isn't Gus the NRL Commissioner? Does he not want it, or is he too NSW, or is there some other reason? Seems he'd do a fine job, based on his experience, his analysis and the way he looks at things, and his pure love of footy.

Gus you the real deal nrl needs ..champ

On a show and the hosts can't stay off their fucking phones. Society is doomed.

As a Queenslander, Even though I Dislike Gus! You can’t help but Respect him!

Three players knocked themselves out getting their heads in the wrong place. Reminds me of that song.....'where's your head at..... where's your head at?' Lol

Love me some uncle Gus 🙏👑🙏

Gus is the Master-Yoda of League.

This is a wonderfully insightful post-match wrap-up. Towards the end it's like they are barely listening to each other as they are both focused on their phones sending text messages.

One think about Gus he always speaks the truth 💯👑

Gus was doing well. Until.... None of them could fight. Had to be headlocked by another player.... Gagai connected on two occasions before the Qld player interfered. That being said, let's not forget that NSW centre trampled Ponga while getting to his feet. You trample players, expect a dirty fight in retaliation.

Gus talking about NSW not getting the game they wanted because things didn’t go their way. Meanwhile, Qld loses 3 star players leading in and 2 more during the game.

You’re an absolute genius Gus when the game is over

Wally leading 11 players to win...best game...Dowling catch under the posts in the rain for a win in sydney 2nd best, the Coyne try 3rd..last night must be top 5 though....

I know it doesn't matter, but I haven't seen a reply on the Cherry-Evans disallowed try. I'd love to know if he actually scored it.

Oh the morning after. Don't we all have regrets and think we could have done things differently lol

I remember the interstate games in the 70s, when the rules were skewed in favour of the Blues not only winning the series but also securing the overwhelming majority of Kangaroo selections. Those Maroon best who'd graduated to play in the Sydney comp but could not displace the NSW incumbent didn't get a game at all, as they were not eligible for Queensland selection, and so they were not in the running for the national squad. Once Origin rules began, Queenslanders began to dominate the Aussie team, as well as the interstate grudges. By God, I LOVE IT.

This is why GOULD is paid the big 💲💲💲 Always love his Origin Insight

GUS ya Legend!!!

It was Big Dell

I heard the other night that the chant is already been sounded "Get rid of Freddy, get rid of Freddy!" What difference is that going to make? NSW has had that many coaches I've lost count. Now, perhaps I could offer this. NSW is being pitted up against a bigger state that has a lot more resources available to them. And QLD also has a much bigger pool of players to choose from too.( For instance, I understand the Brisbane Broncos have 11 feeder clubs at their disposal alone. And they're only 1 team!) Now I don't know much about football or the politics surrounding the game, but sadly, whenever a team is not performing, the first person that gets the finger pointed at them is the coach! Jack Gibson once said "Success starts at the front office". I am happy for anyone to correct me if I'm wrong.

"Failure is part of your development" I wish fans understood this. The amount of "Cleary is a fraud" BS I've seen over the past 24 hours is disgusting. These players are human and some of them can do the superhuman. But they are still human. People ragged on DCE after '21 SOO now people are doing the same to Nathan. Comparing him to Mitchell Pearce and saying unbelievable things. Absolutely slack.

9's coverage was good btw. Ta

Blues fans still crying over Burton 🤣

I love Gus, always down the middle. Calls it as he sees it.

I have to agree with an analogy I heard the other night....nsw wales jst want to play origin,Qld play for the the maroon jersey its legacy everything it represents.

Wasn't Cleary gracious in defeat after the game? Do you think Andrew John's prepped him first lol?

If you're not eligible for the kangaroos, you shouldn't be allowed to play State of Origin.

Would a Gus v Fatty as head coaches be a good idea? I'd love to see it ... Go Maroons

I wonder if the Blues picked their team with the game they thought they were going to get in the front of their mind and not the most balanced team and that left them unable to adapt?

Greatest origin ever only happens if you win as the underdogs.

Gus is intellectually honest and you have to respect him for that

Gus said it perfect. When things don't go NSW way they crumble there is no player who will do something to change the game back in there favor. OLD as always had players who can change a game if things aren't going there way. Ben Hunt 40/20 is and example. OLD were behind and were struggling to break NSW down. A few more minutes OLD would have been down. Ben Hunt Steps up gets a 40/20. You could see how the OLD lifted and NSW dropped. Try came from it. NSW still had a chance it was another disparate try and it just didn't work. NSW needed leaders to make a 40/20 or make a big play when they really needed.

Very accurate assessment from Gus what a legend!👏👏👏👏👏

Stephen Crichton should of been replaced by jack wighton

QLD played smarter football, read the game better, and had more passion and heart, gutted as a NSW fan, NSW need to back each other more.

I respect NSW but I wish you could be picked the right players NSW so many good players than QLD

nsw will never understand the Passion of the QLD spirit!..its a unity that can never be beaten!

Whighton was sorely missed, Freddy got the bench and the centre choice wrong for game 3. Jack was made for that game 3, Crighton and Talakia were liabilities, great game congrats Qld. The real winners are the fans, Origin football delivered in spades.

I was waiting for it, Gould always has to say Origin is always about QLD. He's said it so many times. That's him comforting himself, so every time the blues lose he can say its just QLD being QLD, and everyone prefers it when they win, outside of Blues supporters, neutral supporters, Gould suggests always want QLD to win. I don't agree with any of that, you can see over the decades, it goes in eras, QLD were dominant early through the first decade, then NSW had a long era of dominance up to 2005, then QLD went on an equally long era of dominance ending with the retirements of Smith, Cronk and Thurston, Inglis as well. Now NSW will dominate, they'll win more than they'll lose, as long as they keep the current NSW crop together. That's why QLD dominated for about 12 years recently, they built a real team, an extraordinary group of talented youngsters backed up with older heads like Lockyer, Price, Civoniceva etc. Nsw can do the same as long as they keep the nucleus together and to be durable, Thurston, Smith, Cronk, Inglis etc, hardly missed a game through that run, they were all durable, mostly injury free. Its not all about QLD, NSW have as much to do with this as their opponents. That's just Gould making excuses, every time NSW look a little vulnerable or after they've lost.

playing a Queenslander, Yep there is always 30 seconds to go

Gus knows origin alright. Rugby League played to the death.