Rival All Stars captains Benji Marshall and Johnathan Thurston faced each other at Q1 Skypoint today, for the launch of this weekend’s third All Stars clash.

However despite being fierce competitors, both agreed the All Stars match is not just about the game.

"It's about the Indigenous people and what they get out of it. It's good to be able to do something that means so much to the community and the children. That's why we do it,” said Benji Marshall.

"There is no doubt this game has a very different feel to it than other matches and I think that the pride we all feel when stepping out onto the field is unlike anything I have experienced," said Jonathon Thurston.

"As an Indigenous player you know the crowd is packed with your people, who all feel a tremendous amount of pride to be recognised through such an event. It is pretty special to be a part of it.”

Queensland Premier Anna Bligh was in attendance for the launch and said she was looking forward to the game this Saturday.

"It's great to see the boys getting together to celebrate their heritage and their community,” she said.

Last year’s All Stars match attracted a sell-out crowd of 26000 to Skilled Park, with more than one million viewers tuning in to watch from home.

The 2012 Harvey Norman Rugby League All Stars game will take place at Skilled Park this Saturday, with kick-off at 7:00pm Queensland time.

Don’t have your tickets yet? There are still a few available through Ticketek outlets, on 132 849 or at  www.ticketek.com.au.