yes, it should be even. that is why I am having a small bet out of interest.
I hardly ever lose on state of origin matches, but I am not confident enough to have $50 or $100. $1.70 is not bad odds in a 2 horse field, but never go below $1.60.
I actually like bests when underdog, with an even chance imo, is around $2 to $2.20.