Inside Jai’s Journey.

South Sydney CEO Blake Solly has been front and centre since news of Jai Arrow’s battle with Motor Neurone Disease began.

In this episode of Chiming In, Solly shares insight into Jai’s courage and the way he has inspirationally lifted his teammates this season.

He also reveals how coach Wayne Bennett was instrumental in ensuring Arrow was credited with 100 NRL games for the Bunnies — and how Souths pitched the idea to the NRL.

But there’s more. Solly openly discusses:

- The signing of Payne Haas

- The futures of Cody Walker and Latrell Mitchell

- Why the NRL should invest in Super League

- The new CBA

- Wayne Bennett’s use-by date

- Souths legend Nathan Merritt and his battle with cancer

- South Sydney’s premiership chances

It’s a must-watch episode for every rugby league fan — not just

Rabbitohs supporters.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

0:00 - Intro: Inside Jai’s Journey

1:45 - Jai Arrow’s MND Diagnosis & the Rugby League Community’s Response

6:00 - Jai’s 100-Game Milestone & the Emotional Gold Coast Tribute

9:30 - Payne Haas: How Souths Got the Deal Done

14:00 - Why the NRL Should Invest in Super League

17:30 - Wayne Bennett’s Role in Jai Arrow’s 100th NRL Game

20:00 - Souths’ Culture, Facilities & Building a Lasting Club

26:00 - Souths Cares, Nathan Merritt & Supporting Former Players

30:00 - Does Wayne Bennett Have a Use-By Date?

32:00 - Cody Walker & Latrell Mitchell’s Futures

34:00 - NRL Expansion and Funding Club Pathways

38:00 - Can South Sydney Win the Premiership?

40:00 - The New CBA and Player Payments

46:00 - Why Financially Strong Clubs Matter

48:00 - Souths’ Stance on Gambling Sponsorships

50:00 - Making Rugby League More Accessible for Kids

52:00 - John Sutton’s Ongoing Role at Souths

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