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Arrow Returns for 99th Game After MND Diagnosis

Published August 29, 2026 · Updated August 29, 2026 · The Guardian

Jai Arrow made a brief but emotional return to the NRL field on Saturday, playing his 99th game for South Sydney Rabbitohs after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease earlier this year.

The South Sydney Rabbitohs forward was granted NRL dispensation to appear in the match, bringing him one game closer to his milestone of 100 appearances. Arrow announced his immediate retirement after his MND diagnosis, leaving him on 98 games for the club. umafrika.club

The heart-warming appearance sets up Arrow to join the 100 club next week when the Rabbitohs face the Roosters, marking a significant personal achievement despite his health challenges.

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