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Viewers confused as Channel Nine fails to air State of Origin fails pre-game entertainment after country singer booked for the gig was slammed by footy fans

State of Origin viewers were left scratching their heads on Wednesday night after Channel Nine failed to air the advertised pre-game entertainment.

While Aussie country singer Brad Cox took the stage to entertain 80,000-plus NRL supporters at Accor Stadium, those watching the match from home just saw ads. State of Origin viewers were left scratching their heads on Wednesday night after Channel Nine failed to air the advertised pre-game entertainment. While Aussie country singer Brad Cox (pictured) took the stage to entertain 80,000-plus NRL supporters at Accor Stadium, those watching the match from home just saw ads

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