State of Origin might be coming to New Zealand but a change in timeslot won't be coming with it

NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo says interest has been immense since confirmation earlier today that Eden Park will host a game in 2027.

But he says it'll still be a late night for local fans...although slightly earlier than the usual 10pm kickoff.



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