Latrell Mitchell returns to the NSW side at the MCG on Wednesday with the Blues down in the series and his great State of Origin legacy on the line.

Latrell Mitchell cops a bronx cheer from the MCG crowd as he soaks up a big win on his return to the Blues side.

Latrell Mitchell cops a bronx cheer from the MCG crowd as he soaks up a big win on his return to the Blues side.

Latrell Mitchell has somehow flown under the radar leading into his NSW return after three years in the Origin wilderness.

Michael Maguire is lavishing praise on Latrell Mitchell for the added x-factor he will give the NSW State of Origin side.

Jarome Luai has backed NSW Blues teammate Latrell Mitchell to stand up against the Maroons.

Jarome Luai has backed NSW Blues teammate Latrell Mitchell to stand up against the Maroons.

Latrell Mitchell is back - and Blues fans couldn’t be more appreciative.

Mitchell Moses has repaid NSW Origin coach Michael Maguire for his bold selection with the halfback starring in the Blues' big win at the MCG.

Latrell Mitchell flew straight from Melbourne to Taree after dominating the Maroons in his long-awaited Origin return.