Queensland rugby league captain Daly Cherry-Evans faces being dropped mid-series after a loss.

Queensland rugby league captain Daly Cherry-Evans is set to be dropped for the second State of Origin match, with Tom Dearden taking over as halfback. This move would make Cherry-Evans the first captain to be removed mid-series in modern history. Despite support from legend Darryl Brohman, who believes Cherry-Evans deserves another chance, head coach Billy Slater is considering multiple changes to the team following their 18-6 loss in the first game.