Analysis: State of Origin - Goal.com's Victoria select

In big games, experience is crucial. Ognenovski and Kisnorbo at the back will offer plenty of that in addition to leadership and positioning. The former - based in South Korea with Seongham Ilhwa - took a long time to be recognised by the Socceroos but has barely put a foot wrong after winning his first cap. He formed a terrific partnership with Lucas Neill at the 2011 Asian Cup and there is no reason he could not do the same with Kisnorbo. The Leeds player has been cruelled by Achilles and knee injuries in the past two years, costing him a spot at 2010 FIFA World Cup. When fit though, he is a commanding player and is the sort of player who will put his head where others will not. He is perfectly suited to this concept. On other side of the central defenders are two full-backs who are talented, quick and get up and down the wings to offer support going forward. Franjic and Behich both have big futures ahead of them and will thrive on the chance to prove themselves on the big stage.

This midfield is a mix of pacy youth and established quality. Grella plays his best football in the holding midfield position in front of the back four and his all-action displays are what this team needs. The former's long-time friend, Bresciano will sit further up the park in the middle, flanked by Dugandzic and Leckie, with the wide duo injecting much-needed pace into the midfield. Remember the likes of Franjic and Behich are likely to bomb on up the flanks as well.  Bresciano's last two appearances for the national team have reminded us just how good he is. He has been scoring regularly for his club in the United Arab Emirati Pro-League and he can also deliver quality set-pieces. Dugandzic has terrific ability on the ball and his eye for a pass can split open a defence, while he also likes to get forward. Leckie has not featured frequently for his Bundesliga side, but his fleeting appearances off the bench have been encouraging. Nothing worries defenders more than speed and Leckie has plenty of it.

After nine years in Germany, moving to Japan appears to have revitalised the career of Kennedy. He finished the 2010-11 season as the equal top goal-scorer in the J-League before finishing the outright winner in the following season. In 85 J-League league appearances, Kennedy has scored 45 goals. He is an obvious choice to start up front and he will not only be a threat from set pieces, but also create chances for strike partner McDonald.  It is still staggering to think McDonald has never scored for the Socceroos. His record at Middlesbrough is not outstanding in terms of goals, but he also sets up plenty and is the perfect player to play off Kennedy.