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The key for the Tigers is what happens next, given they are yet to string together three straight wins under Maguire. Eels halfback Mitchell Moses is weighing his future.Credit:Getty. Available now! On 30 January 2020, Doueihi signed a four-year contract to return to his roots at Wests Tigers. 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 . "For me personally, I'm fully fit and hoping to be the best I can be. Tue 11 May 2021, 06:20 PM. [8], Doueihi made his international debut for Lebanon against Malta on 6 May 2017. Lebanon's Adam Doueihi was becoming increasingly frustrated, mainly because his team's gutsy effort was coming unraveled, due to what he perceived was a less than even share of the referee's calls . The next day he was charged for abuse of a match official and given a one-match ban. 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.. 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.. The win over Brisbane came just 24 hours before the first episode of new behind-the-scenes documentary surrounding the Tigers. Capable of playing multiple positions, Doueihi has international experience with Lebanon, playing at the 2017 and 2021 World Cups. Sports news, results and expert commentary. Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. We all saw the return of Adam Doueihi last week, now follow. 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. "It was ugly at times, but they rode the highs and lows of the game all the way to the end.". 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"I just wonder with the circumstances of it. Mark Molyneux is a content producer for Sporting News Australia. 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. I am a local junior and I genuinely do have a connection to the club, Doueihi said. "Im sure theyve cut out some stuff I dont know what to expect. 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. Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. Eels halfback Mitchell Moses is weighing his future. Making matters worse, winger Cody Ramsey also suffered an apparent rib injury with Mikaele Ravalawa and Jordan Pereira still both suspended next week. 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. Everything is going as planned at the moment, Doueihi said on SEN 1170. 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 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. Im a bit nervous actuallyit will be a good watch I guess," he said. Doueihi plays test rugby league for Lebanon, which was rocked by a tragic explosion in Beirut. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? 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 local junior admitted that he prefers being in the halves, but is comfortable wherever Michael Maguire decides to play him. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. Doueihi has been sent offAdam Doueihi has gone off the field, so there is some drama here for Lebanon and they are down a man now," Voss said. Im definitely excited to see it and I think its the first one a club has done or Fox have done.". 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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. 22-year-old Doueihi was instrumental throughout the game as he shifted from the centres to fullback seamlessly. Liam is a content producer for The Sporting News Australia. 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. Cedars coach Michael Cheika said his side fought valiantly, but lost the ruck battle against a powerful Kiwis outfit. Doueihis contract extension with Tigers could have big implications for Brooks. I live five minutes away from training and I have always been a Tiger fan. 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. To be honest, I dont mind where he moves me to Im pretty versatile like that and can handle most positions in the backline. We need to set ourselves up for the tournament in a certain way, the principles that the team will play with. "I can sort of dictate play instead of waiting for the ball to come to me. The only people riding the rollercoaster harder than Maguire were Cini's fans in the Southern Stand. I was pleased with all the lads. 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Were working to restore it. 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. 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. 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. 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. 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. WATCH: The footy is back, controversies over the new rules, and is Nicho the worlds best player? Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. On Sunday morning, he told SEN Radio that he is on track with his recovery and could be back sooner than expected. "We want to look back and know we did ourselves proud and everyone back in Sydney proud. Doueihi must now watch from the sidelines as the responsibility falls heavily onto the shoulders of his halves partner, Mitch Moses, to guide the national team to a win and keep their World Cup campaign alive. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? "I could just see a real difference in their head space, and how they played for and dug in for each other.". I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. Joey Manu was brilliant in the fullback role for NZ, while the likes of Joseph Tapine and Nelson Asofa-Solomona laid the platform up front. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. Im actually excited to see how it comes out this evening.". All I know is Benji and Tim [Sheens] have told me Im the No.6 for this year. There was no on-field audio of the incident due to a technical glitch at the time. So fingers crossed I can have a good year this year and I wanted to back myself to push for a long-term contract.. The Wests Tigers player is. 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. Doueihi apologised to Atkins after full-time and was provided a character reference by Lebanon coach Michael Cheika, who is also Doueihi's uncle. "The passion and the love of playing for Lebanon thats not enough sometimes. The five-eighth was given his marching orders by referee Grant Atkins during the second half of his sides defeat to New Zealand and will now be unavailable until the third and final group match against Jamaica in a fortnight. The ACL injury brings with it a return time of an estimated nine months, although some can make it . At about the eight, nine month mark Ill go back and see him for sort of a strength test. That is always a confidence boost for you as a player when the coach respects your strengths and thinks the same way. [12][13], Doueihi made his long awaited return for South Sydney in round 12 of the 2019 NRL season against Parramatta which ended in a 2614 loss at the new Western Sydney Stadium. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion I love this club, I like the players we have recruited, I like the pack we will get to play behind. 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. [22] Well have a look back and see some of the things we could have got better at. 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. Doueihi was born in Eastwood, New South Wales, Australia, and is of Lebanese descent through his grandparents, who are from Zgharta. The Wests Tigers have locked down local junior Adam Doueihi for 2024, securing at least one piece of their spine for next season.. Doueihi debuted for the Rabbitohs in 2018, however played SG Ball with the Balmain Tigers as a teenager, and re-joined his local club before the 2020 NRL season got underway.. After his worst game of the year last week, Doueihi put three players through for linebreaks as he also busted through three tackles himself. 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. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins, there. Wests Tigers five-eighth Adam Doueihi scores a try against the Manly Sea Eagles Jono Searle/Getty Images. Follow. NSW hopeful Zac Lomax came away from the game with his State of Origin prospects in doubt when he suffered a suspected broken thumb from some friendly fire. "I think thats what weve been thinking about and been working on especially defensively.". Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury.. Doueihi's outburst came after a Lebanese player was taken out on the chase from the kick-off and the official failed to award the Cedars with an escort penalty. 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. The 22-year-old was . I don't know I just feel comfortable here. "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 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.. It's the same knee Doueihi injured and had surgery on in 2018 while he was at South Sydney. 'Fate is in our own hands': Wests Tigers full of belief following another Adam Doueihi switch, Wests Tigers utility Adam Doueihi has been shifted in and out of the halves all season. Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! 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. 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". We want to make the sacrifice worthwhile, and if we can sneak into the eight its a massive bonus for us. [17], In round 10, Doueihi scored two tries and kicked six goals in Wests Tigers 3618 victory over Newcastle. 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. Stefano Utoikamanu and Jake Simpkin were omitted from the 17. But once Doueihi was seen jogging off the field, commentator Andrew Voss confirmed the series of events. We dont want to think about previous or what has happened in the past. Wests Tigers respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. Benji has been really good for me personally just giving me tips on the side, Doueihi told The Daily Telegraph. English recruit John Bateman has finally been granted a visa and touches down in Sydney at the start of the week. 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". It must have been quite the gobful.. I want to make a decision soon.. I feel I play my best attacking football in that position.. 978 following. I guess he knows my game and I feel as though he appreciates that. I think where things are at with training and stuff, I think weve found a good place. "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. Lebanons coach Michael Cheika admitted post-match that with Doueihi sent off with 20 minutes still remaining, his side had lost their way. It gave Doueihi a return date estimate of late May - or almost halfway through the 2022 season. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. I did most of the pre-season at six, but when I moved to centre it wasnt too bad of a move. 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. Adam Doueihi Five-Eighth Instagram Player Bio Height: 191 cm Date of Birth: 05 August 1998 Weight: 95 kg Birthplace: Sydney, NSW Age: 24 Nickname: - Debut Club: South Sydney Rabbitohs Date: 17 March 2018 Opposition: Penrith Panthers Round: 2 Previous Club: South Sydney Rabbitohs Junior Club: Strathfield Raiders, Dundas Shamrocks Biography: The Wests Tigers will be forced to finish the 2021 NRL season without utility back Adam Doueihi. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. Love the NRL? Please try again later. 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 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. I enjoy the group, I have enjoyed being coached under Benji, Tim and Robbie so far. "As fatigue set in a little bit, we lost a bit of our marker play and line speed in defence. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. Adam Doueihi out of Lebanons crucial clash with Ireland after failing to overturn dissent charge, Lebanon draw, squad and their road to the final at the RLWC. Meanwhile, Anthony Milford is the other player who has been suspended after the opening round - Wales and Cook Islands are still yet to play - after he put a late hit on England captain Sam Tomkins. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars. Wests Tigers fullback Adam Doueihi is distraught after a loss to the Newcastle Knights in August 2020. 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. I like being in the six jersey, I feel like I get my hands on the ball more," he said. Adam Doueihi will miss Lebanon's vital clash against Ireland this week after failing to have his dissent charge overturned at the judiciary. [9] In October 2017, he was named in Lebanon's 24-man squad for the 2017 World Cup. 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. 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 . 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. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup . Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. 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. And the lessons he has learnt from one of the Tigers greatest five-eighths, Benji Marshall, have him primed for his best year yet. Oct 16th, 2022. 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. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. Athlete. But I wont keep trying to guess if hes coming or staying. "We've been through this and had a win, but we've got to make sure we back it up," he said. Rugby League World Cup fixtures, scores, table, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 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 it was his kicking game which really got Wests Tigers over the line - slotting. 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. 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. [4], He played his junior rugby league for the Strathfield Raiders and Dundas Shamrocks. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins there. However, ask Adam, and he isn't planning on hitting the exit doors anytime soon. Atkins said he told Doueihi "you're not going to call me the c-word" as he sent him off. However, Doueihi claims he said: "Give us some f---ing calls". Milford was sent to the sin-bin, as Samoa were battered by the hosts 60-6 in the opening match of the World Cup. [5][6], After playing for the Balmain Tigers in the S. G. Ball Cup for two years, Doueihi signed a two-year contract with the South Sydney Rabbitohs in October 2016. Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. We were on the same page when it came to how we wanted to attack. 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 . He has also a background in rugby union, having represented the Australian Schoolboys while attending St. Patrick's College, Strathfield in 2016. A few rival clubs have been sniffing around the Lebanese international half, however despite opportunities elsewhere, Doueihi never considered walking out on the club. Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers.Credit:Getty. Im friends with him, we played at the World Cup together, and I like playing with him. 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. Nofoaluma is also excited to see the finished product in the four-part documentary series. The utility back made his international debut . "I think a few of the players get micd up in the games and youll see what happens at training and stuff. He made a successful return from a major knee injury in the 2022 season. Stream the NRL premiership 2023 live and free on 9Now. 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. "Its inside the four walls that fans dont really get access to. The charge carried a one-match ban, which the 24-year-old elected to fight in a bid to play in Lebanons second group game. The Tigers were far from great as a team but on the score of individual influence, Doueihi was brilliant. Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Latest News, Australia's #1 independent NRL news source. 29.3K followers. 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. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion 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. Confusion initially reigned around Doueihis dismissal, with Andrew Voss in commentary unsure about the turn of events which led to his send-off. [14], With the signing of Latrell Mitchell for 2020, it left Doueihi on the outer with South Sydney. 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. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games . Doueihi made 15 appearances for Souths before suffering a season ending anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee injury in their 3020 victory over Melbourne. 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. They completed at just 75 per cent, and had only 18 play-the-balls in the Tigers' half in the second half. 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. He presented his case to a panel in Manchester on Tuesday night but was unsuccessful in having the charge overturned. 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. Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers. Hell have a list of boxes I need to tick, and as long as I tick all of them Ill be good to go. 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. Of course, losing a man and a player in that position really got us out of sorts and we got hit in blocks, with a couple of tries in a row.. Doueihi allegedly yelled at the ref to, give us some f****** calls after frustration bubbled over for the five-eighth with the Cedars struggling to remain in the contest. Australian users can personalise their ESPN experience by downloading the App. www.asics.com.au .