Top star Under Fire as State of Origin Stats Reveal Alarming Truth

 

Brisbane Broncos prop Payne Haas has come under scrutiny after damning statistics revealed his underwhelming performance in State of Origin games. Despite being a dominant force in the NRL, Haas’s numbers take a significant hit when he dons the Queensland jersey.

 

According to the numbers, Haas averages a mere 111 meters per game in State of Origin matches, a far cry from his impressive 160 meters per game in the NRL. His post-contact meters, a key indicator of a forward’s effectiveness, also take a nosedive, from 70 in NRL games to just 45 in State of Origin.

 

Furthermore, Haas’s tackle busts, a crucial aspect of his game, decrease from 3.62 per game in the NRL to a paltry 1.25 in State of Origin. These statistics have raised questions about Haas’s ability to perform on the biggest stage.

 

Experts and fans alike are calling on Haas to step up his game if he wants to be considered one of the greats. “Payne Haas has all the talent in the world, but he needs to deliver in the big games,” said one pundit. “He can’t just dominate in club football and then disappear in State of Origin. He needs to find another gear.”

 

Haas’s underperformance has put pressure on the Queensland selectors, who are facing criticism for their team’s lackluster showing in recent State of Origin series. With the Blues dominating the rivalry in recent years, the Maroons need their star players to fire if they hope to reclaim the shield.

 

Haas has the talent and potential to be a game-changer, but he needs to produce on the biggest stage. As the State of Origin series heats up, all eyes will be on Haas to see if he can turn his fortunes around and lead the Maroons to victory.