Doueihi was delighted to remain at the Tigers for 2024, and should Moses agree to a whopping five-year deal reportedly worth about $1.3 million a season, Brooks looms as the odd man out as the club grapples with a three-into-two halves headache. Tim Sheens has taken the reins on a two-year deal before handing over to Benji Marshall in 2025, meaning Marshall will likely have his hands all over the club's recruitment next year, when Doueihi will be off-contract again. Head to ESPN's Home of Rugby League. Of course, losing a man and a player in that position (Doueihi) really got us out of sorts and we got hit in blocks, with a couple of tries in a row. Rugby League World Cup fixtures, scores, table, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. [11], Doueihi made his debut for South Sydney in round 2 of the 2018 NRL season against Penrith. Mark Molyneux is a content producer for Sporting News Australia. We need to be able to deliver a bit more consistency and maybe from that game, we will get a few advisories on what we need to improve on for the Irish game coming up. Lebanon trainer Robbie Farah also looked to have found himself in the referee's crosshairs, with the initial belief being that he was the one being dismissed by Atkins. It gave Doueihi a return date estimate of late May - or almost halfway through the 2022 season. Adam Doueihi. "Its inside the four walls that fans dont really get access to. Wests Tigers utility Adam Doueihi has been shifted in and out of the halves all season, but his performance on Sunday afternoon should cement him in the No.6 jumper. Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! Doueihi is the first cousin once removed of former Australian national rugby union, and later Lebanon, coach Michael Cheika. The local junior admitted that he prefers being in the halves, but is comfortable wherever Michael Maguire decides to play him. "It was a tough effort for our guys to keep turning up. Making matters worse, winger Cody Ramsey also suffered an apparent rib injury with Mikaele Ravalawa and Jordan Pereira still both suspended next week. Tue 11 May 2021, 06:20 PM. "Thats something that we are really focused on, and its definitely an opportunity for us to take advantage of being here in Brisbane together. Adam Doueihi (born 5 August 1998) is a Lebanese international rugby league footballer who plays as a five-eighth, fullback, centre or halfback for the Wests Tigers in the NRL. I am a local junior and I genuinely do have a connection to the club, Doueihi said. Lebanon's Adam Doueihi has lost his appeal against the decision of a Rugby League World Cup tribunal to hand him a one-game suspension for referring to NRL referee Grant Atkins as a "c**t". The re-signing of the 24-year-old is unlikely to impact the Tigers' pursuit of Parramatta playmaker Mitchell Moses, who head coach Tim Sheens has been attempting to lure back to Concord. We want to make the sacrifice worthwhile, and if we can sneak into the eight its a massive bonus for us. But five minutes later some of them were up dancing shirtless again, when the Minchinbury junior crossed to send the Tigers further in front. Brooks is overcoming a calf injury and will be fit for round one, but will sit out the final warm-up game against Canberra, as will new skipper Api Koroisau. Athlete. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? Wests Tigers five-eighth Adam Doueihi is in hot water after he was sent off for dissent in Lebanon 's 34-12 defeat to New Zealand, having used "foul and abusive language . I did most of the pre-season at six, but when I moved to centre it wasnt too bad of a move. A few times you forget theyre even in the room or anywhere," he said. Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. He told Fox League after Fridays impressive trial performance that he did not want his future impacting on his teammates heading into the season proper. The 22-year-old was instrumental in the Tigers' 42-24 victory over the Brisbane Broncos, laying on five try assists and running for close to 150 metres. Benji has been really good for me personally just giving me tips on the side, Doueihi told The Daily Telegraph. Despite the injuries, neither are expected to miss the season opener against the Gold Coast in a fortnight's time. The key for the Tigers is what happens next, given they are yet to string together three straight wins under Maguire. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars. Adam Doueihi will play in the centres this weekend, while Moses Mbye moves to five-eighth.Getty Jacob Liddle also returns to the No.9, Jock Madden will debut off the bench and back-rower Shawn Blore is back from injury to face the Knights on Friday night. Michael Maguire insisted it was never about him, but there would have been few more relieved men after the Wests Tigers' 16-8 win over St George Illawarra. The group shot to life straight after halftime when the 20-year-old appeared to have scored his first try, only for the bunker to overrule. Joey Leilua then sealed it late, running through where Lomax would have been. Adam Doueihi of Lebanon. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury.. Australian users can personalise their ESPN experience by downloading the App. The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! He presented his case to a panel in Manchester on Tuesday night but was unsuccessful in having the charge overturned. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins, there. ACL injuries have been known to cause players to perform well below their best on return, and while there is some doubt as to Doueihi after a second ACL injury, he will still be a crucial part of the Tigers side. "I think thats what weve been thinking about and been working on especially defensively.". "We've been through this and had a win, but we've got to make sure we back it up," he said. Fox League Adam Doueihi has been sent off during Lebanon's loss to New Zealand - but there is no clear reason why the five-eighth was given his marching orders. But still, the story was Maguire, and the under-fire coach who just needed a win. However, ask Adam, and he isn't planning on hitting the exit doors anytime soon. Im friends with him, we played at the World Cup together, and I like playing with him. Doueihi was a free agent beyond this season, but after reaching an agreement with the Tigers will remain with the NRL club until the end of 2024. David Nofoaluma echoed the sentiments of Doueihi and feels the next two months is a huge opportunity for the Concord-based outfit. [20], Doueihi played a total of 11 games for the Wests Tigers in the 2022 NRL season as the club finished bottom of the table and claimed the Wooden Spoon for the first time in their club history. Eels halfback Mitchell Moses is weighing his future.Credit:Getty. 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. Scott Pryde - October 18, 2022 0 Adam Doueihi Lebanon awaiting audio evidence before deciding on Doueihi appeal David Piepers - October 17, 2022 0 An Adam Doueihi masterclass has helped Wests Tigers deliver a much-needed response for Michael Maguire, claiming an 16-8 win over St George Illawarra. Im not exactly sure how many months or days yet, but (my return) should be somewhere in the middle of the front end of the season, I hope.. Cedars coach Michael Cheika said his side fought valiantly, but lost the ruck battle against a powerful Kiwis outfit. Adam Doueihi sent off in bizarre moment in Lebanon's loss to New Zealand, found themselves on the wrong end of a 34-12 scoreline against the Kiwis, Joey Manu was brilliant in the fullback role for NZ. The win over Brisbane came just 24 hours before the first episode of new behind-the-scenes documentary surrounding the Tigers. St George Illawarra are sitting in 7th spot on 18 points but have a tough run home, while the Sharks, Raiders and Knights are all just two points ahead of the Tigers. Marshall has had many conversations with Doueihi during the pre-season, and his vision for the club aligns closely with what Doueihi had in mind. Doueihi played with Moses in the halves for Lebanon at the Rugby League World Cup last year, but says he is only focused on his game, starting with Sundays trial against Canberra. Adam Doueihi has been sent off during Lebanon's loss to New Zealand - but there is no clear reason why the five-eighth was given his marching orders. [22] Early life [ edit] They completed at just 75 per cent, and had only 18 play-the-balls in the Tigers' half in the second half. The utility back made his international debut . On 19 October, Doueihi was suspended for one match over the incident and would miss Lebanon's second group match against Ireland.[23]. Lebanon were already down by three converted tries when Doueihi was sent off, with Jordan Rapana crossing for a try immediately after the incident to put the game to bed. Well have a look back and see some of the things we could have got better at. Ricky Stuart takes aim at concussion protocol and RLPA during explosive FULL TIME: Sharks vs Rabbitohs Round 1, 2023, FULL TIME: Cowboys vs Raiders Round 1, 2023, FINAL TEAMS: Sharks vs Rabbitohs Round 1, 2023, Updated Team Lists: Wests Tigers vs Titans Round 1, 2023. "It was ugly at times, but they rode the highs and lows of the game all the way to the end.". Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers. Wests Tigers utility Moses Mbye admits he was as surprised as anyone when asked to play five-eighth in place of Adam Doueihi as part of a selection shake-up ahead of . We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. After his worst game of the year last week, Doueihi put three players through for linebreaks as he also busted through three tackles himself. I played with Benji and obviously worked alongside him a few years ago. After spending time in the centres in recent months, Doueihi was shifted back to five-eighth after recent losses to Parramatta, Melbourne and South Sydney. Doueihi will line-up on Sunday in the Tigers' final trial, however will be without half their spine in Luke Brooks and Apisai Koroisau due to calf complaints. It was first thought that Lebanon trainer Robbie Farah had been sent, before Doueihi was seen going to the touchline. [17], In round 10, Doueihi scored two tries and kicked six goals in Wests Tigers 3618 victory over Newcastle. Get live scores, news and videos ANYWHERE, ANYTIME. I don't know I just feel comfortable here. Ricky Stuart takes aim at concussion protocol and RLPA during explosive FULL TIME: Sharks vs Rabbitohs Round 1, 2023, FULL TIME: Cowboys vs Raiders Round 1, 2023, FINAL TEAMS: Sharks vs Rabbitohs Round 1, 2023, Updated Team Lists: Wests Tigers vs Titans Round 1, 2023. He has told me he wants me here long term. Adam Doueihi re-signed with the Wests Tigers on a one-year deal earlier this week, raising questions over the five-eighth's long-term future at the club. Moses, whose contract is up at Parramatta at the end of this year, has a four-year option on the table from the Eels worth about $1.1 million a season. We dont want to think about previous or what has happened in the past. That is always a confidence boost for you as a player when the coach respects your strengths and thinks the same way. I also worked with [assistant coach] Robbie Farah at the World Cup and liked his coaching style. [14], With the signing of Latrell Mitchell for 2020, it left Doueihi on the outer with South Sydney. Gareth Copley/Getty Images for Rugby League World Cup It means the Lebanon international would only miss one game and would be clear to play against Jamaica in their final . Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. Adam Doueihi has been sensationally sent off at the Rugby League World Cup after an apparent spray towards referee Grant Atkins in Lebanon's clash with New Zealand. [9] In October 2017, he was named in Lebanon's 24-man squad for the 2017 World Cup. 29.3k Followers, 978 Following, 83 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Adam Doueihi (@adamdoueihi_) 29.3k Followers, 978 Following, 83 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Adam Doueihi (@adamdoueihi_) adamdoueihi_ Verified. He will now miss Lebanon's crunch group game with Ireland after his appeal was dismissed by an independent panel comprising Judge Sarah Wright and former internationals Alan Hunte and Adrian Morley. 29.3K followers. Doueihi believes the business end of the season will be a big test for them up in the Queensland hub, but one they are ready to face. Milford was sent to the sin-bin, as Samoa were battered by the hosts 60-6 in the opening match of the World Cup. I think there definitely is an opportunity for us to really push to make the eight," he said. [21] Oct 16th, 2022. The No.6 kicked across field for the Tigers' first to Tommy Talau, and forced an error with a grubber kick in the lead-up to one of the team's second-half tries. I enjoy the group, I have enjoyed being coached under Benji, Tim and Robbie so far. I live five minutes away from training and I have always been a Tiger fan. After they trailed 8-4 at halftime, Maguire's men dominated the second half with 67 per cent possession as they spent most of it camped on the Dragons' line. We were on the same page when it came to how we wanted to attack. Hell have a list of boxes I need to tick, and as long as I tick all of them Ill be good to go. Adam Doueihi Verdict returned on Doueihi's challenge of suspension Scott Pryde - October 19, 2022 0 Injuries & Suspensions Lebanon's chances take major hit as MRC reveal penalty after send. Wests Tigers five-eighth Adam Doueihi scores a try against the Manly Sea Eagles Jono Searle/Getty Images. We sort of verse teams that are all around us to finish the season. [19], Despite the Tigers winning just a third of their games, Doueihi scored 174 points in 2021, the fourth most of any player in the competition, and the 7th highest season total ever by a Wests Tigers player. Liam is a content producer for The Sporting News Australia. Stream the NRL premiership 2023 live and free on 9Now. Im actually excited to see how it comes out this evening.". [1], In 2017, he played 12 games for the Rabbitohs in the NYC,[7] and was called upon to play for the Rabbitohs' feeder club, the North Sydney Bears, throughout the year. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games for the club. www.asics.com.au . Download ESPN from iTunes App Store Adam Doueihi will appeal his one-game suspension in a last-ditch effort to play in Lebanon's critical World Cup clash against Ireland. Doueihi was dismissed in the second half of Lebanon's loss to New Zealand on Sunday (Monday AEDT). But it was his kicking game which really got Wests Tigers over the line - slotting. Club favourite Doueihi is capable of shifting to fullback should the Tigers land Moses and also keep Brooks, but Doueihi believes his best football is in the No.6. Plus I am playing my preferred position in the six spot. 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Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion The Wests Tigers player is. He made a successful return from a major knee injury in the 2022 season. [18] In round 16, he scored two tries in a 2238 defeat against South Sydney. Five-eighth Adam Doueihi put on a masterclass, fullback Daine Laurie always looked threatening and debutant Zac Cini scored a try in front of a busload of his friends. Wests Tigers respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. The 22-year-old was . Doueihi was happy to sign the one-year extension, which gave him and the club flexibility, especially given his history of knee injuries and uncertainty about how the Sheens-Marshall dynamic will work. The Wests Tigers will be forced to finish the 2021 NRL season without utility back Adam Doueihi. Its hard to deal in hypotheticals, and I dont know what will happen with Mitch, Doueihi said. Liam is a content producer for The Sporting News Australia. He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup. Im really looking forward to a big 2023.. Laurie also bust through the line to put the Tigers on the attack for their first and threw the last ball for Cini's try. As I said, I have formed a close relationship with a lot of boys in the team and I feel as though we can cause a lot of damage the year.. Adam Doueihi will miss Lebanons vital clash against Ireland this week after failing to have his dissent charge overturned at the judiciary. Doueihi is no stranger to the injury, having previously lost the back end of the 2018 season and half of the 2019 season with the injury. Nofoaluma is also excited to see the finished product in the four-part documentary series. At the end of last year I spoke with Benji a fair bit; he told me he had confidence in me and my ability and my attacking strengths, Doueihi said. "For me personally, I'm fully fit and hoping to be the best I can be. "Those wins are game changers for your mindset and how you turn up each week. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on. The re-signing of the 24 . [4], He played his junior rugby league for the Strathfield Raiders and Dundas Shamrocks. After starting the game with plenty of intensity and opening the scoring inside the first minute, the Cedars ran out of gas and found themselves on the wrong end of a 34-12 scoreline against the Kiwis. Follow. The half and centre, who played both positions last season, injured his ACL in the Round 23 clash against the Cronulla Sharks and would take no further part in the season. Confusion initially reigned around Doueihis dismissal, with Andrew Voss in commentary unsure about the turn of events which led to his send-off. Get everything you need, from team lists, fixtures, statistics and a profile on every single player in the competition in our 2023 NRL Season Guide. But I wont keep trying to guess if hes coming or staying. Im a bit nervous actuallyit will be a good watch I guess," he said. 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Im definitely excited to see it and I think its the first one a club has done or Fox have done.". Lebanon head into their clash against the Wolfhounds on Monday [AEDT] knowing that a win is crucial, yet they will have to do it without the Tigers playmaker after he was sent off for dissent against the Kiwis. Lebanon will look to rebound and keep their quarter-final hopes alive with a clash against Ireland, while the Kiwis are set for a match with RLWC debutants Jamaica. There was no on-field audio of the incident due to a technical glitch at the time. "I'm really happy to extend my stay here at Wests Tigers," said Doueihi, who missed the start of last season with an ACL injury. Adam Doueihi (born 5 August 1998) is a Lebanese international rugby league footballer who plays as a five-eighth, fullback, centre or halfback for the Wests Tigers in the NRL. I love this club, I like the players we have recruited, I like the pack we will get to play behind. A lot of that was to their credit with their set ends," coach Anthony Griffin said. Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Latest News, Australia's #1 independent NRL news source, Kikau opens up over leaked photo, final year at Panthers, The best 17 players still off-contract for 2023. "As fatigue set in a little bit, we lost a bit of our marker play and line speed in defence. I signed under Madge [former coach Michael Maguire] and played fullback in the short term here, but there was always one eye on being the No.6 in the long term. To be honest, I dont mind where he moves me to Im pretty versatile like that and can handle most positions in the backline. Stefano Utoikamanu and Jake Simpkin were omitted from the 17. In the opening match of Lebanon's 2021 Rugby League World Cup campaign, Doueihi was sent off in the second half for dissent during Lebanon's 34-12 loss to New Zealand. But it was the 59th minute moment that left many scratching their heads, with referee Grant Atkins sending Doueihi from the field. On Sunday morning, he told SEN Radio that he is on track with his recovery and could be back sooner than expected. I havent spent any time at fullback over the summer. Atkins said he told Doueihi "you're not going to call me the c-word" as he sent him off. It's understood he will slot straight back into the halves alongside Luke Brooks in Michael Maguire's side once he is recovered from injury, with Jackson Hastings the likely fill in until he returns, although young gun Jock Madden could also be near the first-grade side. "We want to look back and know we did ourselves proud and everyone back in Sydney proud. 978 following. "The passion and the love of playing for Lebanon thats not enough sometimes. "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. The ACL injury brings with it a return time of an estimated nine months, although some can make it back as soon as Round 6. One of the Tigers' only shining lights in an otherwise dismal season, Doueihi was left out of Michael Maguire 's side to play the Penrith Panthers on Sunday afternoon when it was named earlier this afternoon. "I could just see a real difference in their head space, and how they played for and dug in for each other.". Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. I dont think its fair on Parramatta and the players I play with that we take it into the season and its spoken about it. He will also miss one match with coach Matt Parish likely to call on Chanel Harris-Tavita to replace the playmaker. Doueihi apologised to Atkins after full-time and was provided a character reference by Lebanon coach Michael Cheika, who is also Doueihi's uncle. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? It must have been quite the gobful.. The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! I feel as though it has been the best recruitment the club has done in a few years, since I have been at the club. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. [15], In round 17, he scored two tries and kicked five goals as Wests defeated Manly-Warringah 3432 at Brookvale Oval. Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. Doueihi's initial one-match ban was upheld at a World Cup judiciary hearing on Wednesday morning (AEDT) after he was found guilty of "Grade A foul and/or abusive language to a match official". Adam Doueihi has signed a one-year contract extension with Wests Tigers, heaping more pressure on halfback Luke Brooks to deliver as the joint venture tries to lure Mitchell Moses back to Leichhardt. It's the same knee Doueihi injured and had surgery on in 2018 while he was at South Sydney. Capable of playing multiple positions, Doueihi has international experience with Lebanon, playing at the 2017 and 2021 World Cups. 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He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup . February 8th, 2022 10:23 am Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has pledged to repay long suffering Tigers fans for their loyalty as he opened up on the pain of having his best season in the NRL cut short by a knee injury. You have skipped the navigation, tab for page content. Doueihi plays test rugby league for Lebanon, which was rocked by a tragic explosion in Beirut. I like being in the six jersey, I feel like I get my hands on the ball more," he said. Everything is on track, I met with the surgeon last week just for a check-up and he was really happy with where things were at. Available now! Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. I am really happy with how the club recruited this off-season. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Get everything you need, from team lists, fixtures, statistics and a profile on every single player in the competition in our 2023 NRL Season Guide. A few rival clubs have been sniffing around the Lebanese international half, however despite opportunities elsewhere, Doueihi never considered walking out on the club. I guess he knows my game and I feel as though he appreciates that.