'They shouldn't be playing for Australia' Phil Lutton Australian captain Cameron Smith has ruled a line under the fall-out to the final State of Origin match, saying players that cannot leave grudges at the door should not be playing for the Kangaroos. 
The Origin finale, won in dramatic circumstances by the Blues despite losing the series, has been coloured by accusations of poor sportsmanship, a lack of respect and genuine dislike between the two outfits.
It was sparked by the NSW move to snub Queensland's speeches, and the Blues making accusations about the conduct of senior Maroons on the field, alleging their sledging of departing skipper Paul Gallen crossed the line.
Queensland lock Corey Parker would later say relations between the sides were at an all-time low, leading many to wonder how they would get on in the Kangaroos camp under the captaincy of Smith and guidance of former Maroons coach Mal Meninga.
Meninga has dismissed the notion of disharmony and Smith was showed some leadership on Tuesday, saying players who couldn't put aside their differences had no place in the Australian jersey.
"I've been playing for the Kangaroos since 2006 and I've never had any issue with players from Queensland and New South Wales uniting when we come in and play for the Kangaroos," Smith said.
"We're representing Australia.
All club hats and state hats will be left at the door. That's where it will be at the end of this year, at the World Cup as well. Anyone that struggles with getting a call-up to play for Australia and leaving that stuff at the door, they probably shouldn't play.
"For me, State of Origin finished a week ago. There's been things said post that match but we all move on now."