The Slapdash Squad: Billy Slater's Conundrum Over Reece Walsh Billy Slater's Queensland Maroons team selection has been a topic of debate among rugby league fans, particularly with regards to the exclusion of star fullback Reece Walsh.
For the second consecutive year, Walsh finds himself on the sidelines, and it's hard not to wonder what goes through Slater's mind when making such decisions.
One possible explanation lies in the team's strategy for the 2025 decider. With Tom Dearden injured and Sam Walker taking his place at halfback alongside Cameron Munster, the Maroons' backline looked solid.