Can YOU spot the State of Origin stars who refused to unite with teammates during the national anthem in concerning sign for fans
New South Wales stars didn't go arm-in-arm for the national anthem The Blues need a monumental effort to keep their Origin hopes alive Origin LIVE: Follow Daily Mail Australia's coverage here
New South Wales need to put in a monumental team effort to keep their State of Origin hopes alive at the MCG.
But eagle-eyed fans spotted a moment during the national anthem that was cause for concern ahead of the huge second game.
As the camera ran down the line-ups of Queensland and Blues stars, the Maroons joined arm-in-arm as the anthem was sung by Sheridan Adams.
However, two Blues stars - Jarome Luai and Liam Martin - kept their hands by their side, rather than take up the customary position.
Martin assuaged those concerns by getting the Blues off to a flying start after scoring following a sustained spell of pressure from New South Wales in the early knockings of the game.
The Panthers star showed no sign of lacking passion for his state team as he enthusiastically booted the ball into the MCG crowd after giving his side the edge.
More to follow.
Two NSW Blues players elected not to join arm in arm for the national anthem
It was a concerning sign for fans as the Blues looked to overturn their series deficit