NSW's disrupted State of Origin preparations received a boost on Friday night, as the Sydney Roosters' Blues contingent orchestrated a 30-6 thumping of the understrength Wests Tigers at Allianz Stadium.
Blues incumbent Michael Jennings and wing hopeful Daniel Tupou bagged doubles, while playmaker James Maloney - back from injury - strengthened his claims to retain the hotly contested five-eighth position with three try assists.
Sonny Bill Williams also responded to recent criticism of his form, with an action-packed performance which ensured the defending premiers moved into the top four.
To have Maloney and Jennings find their rhythm, just 19 days out from the Origin opener is particularly significant for NSW coach Laurie Daley.
Both were originally in doubt for this week after injuring themselves on Anzac Day, with another integral member of Daley's side, Robbie Farah, still on the sidelines.