Queensland are done. That’s according to former Blues coach Phil Gould.

“Queensland fought hard, as they always do. But there was something missing” Gould wrote for Fairfax.

“It wasn’t as sharp or as clinical as we’ve come to expect. A couple of the tries they conceded also came through some soft defence, which we have never associated with this great side.

“We know they will dig in for the fight in Brisbane in Game III, but so too will NSW. I don’t think Queensland can improve. Their best is behind them. I honestly believe the Blues are only going to get better.”