May 13, 1997: Blues unveil most controversial jersey
Despite being wildly unpopular, NSW brought the design back over two decades later.
On this day 25 years ago, NSW unveiled their jersey for the upcoming State of Origin series.
And in a year where the establishment was trying to reclaim the past and use tradition in the war against Super League, it was a shocking choice.
The all sky blue shirt was replaced by a new design with dark blue panels, separated by what looked like scotch tape.
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