Follow. 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.. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. I live five minutes away from training and I have always been a Tiger fan. I dont think its far off; I dont want to have it coming into the season, Moses said. 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.. Were working to restore it. 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. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion You have skipped the navigation, tab for page content. The Dragons meanwhile hurt themselves, as they lacked cohesion in attack at times in their third straight loss. 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 . 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". Making matters worse, winger Cody Ramsey also suffered an apparent rib injury with Mikaele Ravalawa and Jordan Pereira still both suspended next week. "We just couldn't get out of our own end. MORE: Lebanon draw, squad and their road to the final at the RLWC| Kiwis overpower Lebanon. We need to set ourselves up for the tournament in a certain way, the principles that the team will play with. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury.. "I can sort of dictate play instead of waiting for the ball to come to me. Available now! 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. Doueihi made 15 appearances for Souths before suffering a season ending anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee injury in their 3020 victory over Melbourne. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins, there. 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. I want to make a decision soon.. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. The ACL injury brings with it a return time of an estimated nine months, although some can make it . 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. 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. I am a local junior and I genuinely do have a connection to the club, Doueihi said. 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. 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.. [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. [15], In round 17, he scored two tries and kicked five goals as Wests defeated Manly-Warringah 3432 at Brookvale Oval. I love this club, I like the players we have recruited, I like the pack we will get to play behind. [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. [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. Eels halfback Mitchell Moses is weighing his future. "The six jersey was good for me yesterday, so hopefully Im back in that this week.". Well have a look back and see some of the things we could have got better at. "For me personally, I'm fully fit and hoping to be the best I can be. 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. He has also a background in rugby union, having represented the Australian Schoolboys while attending St. Patrick's College, Strathfield in 2016. It must have been quite the gobful.. Get live scores, news and videos ANYWHERE, ANYTIME. 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I havent spent any time at fullback over the summer. Capable of playing multiple positions, Doueihi has international experience with Lebanon, playing at the 2017 and 2021 World Cups. 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. Doueihi plays test rugby league for Lebanon, which was rocked by a tragic explosion in Beirut. I think there definitely is an opportunity for us to really push to make the eight," 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. Athlete. "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. [10] He played in their 3216 win over Niue in a pre-tournament warm up match, landing 2 from 2 conversions. The only people riding the rollercoaster harder than Maguire were Cini's fans in the Southern Stand. Plus I am playing my preferred position in the six spot. Download ESPN from Google Play Store It's the same knee Doueihi injured and had surgery on in 2018 while he was at South Sydney. Available now! A few times you forget theyre even in the room or anywhere," he said. However, Doueihi claims he said: "Give us some f---ing calls". 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. 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. 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". Lebanons coach Michael Cheika admitted post-match that with Doueihi sent off with 20 minutes still remaining, his side had lost their way. I think where things are at with training and stuff, I think weve found a good place. Doueihi admitted he is nervous to see what transpires when the series airs onFox League. 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: On 19 October, Doueihi was suspended for one match over the incident and would miss Lebanon's second group match against Ireland.[23]. "We've been through this and had a win, but we've got to make sure we back it up," he said. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. 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I was pleased with all the lads. We lost a bit of the middle when we got fatigued and the ruck speed came from New Zealand, that was hard to take.". The Tigers were far from great as a team but on the score of individual influence, Doueihi was brilliant. Stream the NRL premiership 2023 live and free on 9Now. If we want to be genuine chances in this comp, weve got to win these games and it will put us in the eight. 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. I did most of the pre-season at six, but when I moved to centre it wasnt too bad of a move. Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers.Credit:Getty. Stefano Utoikamanu and Jake Simpkin were omitted from the 17. 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. 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.. 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. 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. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. It must have been quite the gobful.. Despite the injuries, neither are expected to miss the season opener against the Gold Coast in a fortnight's time. 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. "It was ugly at times, but they rode the highs and lows of the game all the way to the end.". Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! Adam Doueihi joins Inside the NRL ahead of documentary premiere. Liam is a content producer for The Sporting News Australia. I am enjoying it and I genuinely feel success isn't far off. Liam is a content producer for The Sporting News Australia. [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. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Please try again later. Im really looking forward to a big 2023.. 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. 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. [8], Doueihi made his international debut for Lebanon against Malta on 6 May 2017. 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But five minutes later some of them were up dancing shirtless again, when the Minchinbury junior crossed to send the Tigers further in front. 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. Head to ESPN's Home of Rugby League. Doueihi was handed a Grade A charge for foul and abusive language towards a match official. Get NRL news and more in your inbox 39K views, 821 likes, 107 loves, 59 comments, 59 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from South Sydney Rabbitohs: The wait is finally over. 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. But it was the 59th minute moment that left many scratching their heads, with referee Grant Atkins sending Doueihi from the field. "The passion and the love of playing for Lebanon thats not enough sometimes. 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. 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. On 30 January 2020, Doueihi signed a four-year contract to return to his roots at Wests Tigers. [9] In October 2017, he was named in Lebanon's 24-man squad for the 2017 World Cup. 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.. But I wont keep trying to guess if hes coming or staying. But once Doueihi was seen jogging off the field, commentator Andrew Voss confirmed the series of events. 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. Adam Doueihi. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. He made a successful return from a major knee injury in the 2022 season. We dont want to think about previous or what has happened in the past. 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. "Im sure theyve cut out some stuff I dont know what to expect. Im friends with him, we played at the World Cup together, and I like playing with him. 22-year-old Doueihi was instrumental throughout the game as he shifted from the centres to fullback seamlessly. 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. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on. [21] Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. 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. English recruit John Bateman has finally been granted a visa and touches down in Sydney at the start of the week. [16], Douehi played every game for Wests in 2020 as the club finished 11th on the table and missed the finals. Adam Doueihi of Lebanon. [11], Doueihi made his debut for South Sydney in round 2 of the 2018 NRL season against Penrith. 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. [22] 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. Joey Leilua then sealed it late, running through where Lomax would have been. 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. We all saw the return of Adam Doueihi last week, now follow. Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? 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. 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 . That is always a confidence boost for you as a player when the coach respects your strengths and thinks the same way. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. 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. 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. Scott Pryde - October 18, 2022 0 Adam Doueihi Lebanon awaiting audio evidence before deciding on Doueihi appeal David Piepers - October 17, 2022 0 Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. "We want to look back and know we did ourselves proud and everyone back in Sydney proud. Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Latest News, Australia's #1 independent NRL news source. 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 thought especially our right-edge attack were really good yesterday and piled on some points. 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. The Wests Tigers will be forced to finish the 2021 NRL season without utility back Adam Doueihi. The local junior admitted that he prefers being in the halves, but is comfortable wherever Michael Maguire decides to play him. 83 posts. Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. [4], He played his junior rugby league for the Strathfield Raiders and Dundas Shamrocks. Things can change down the track: NRL clubs tipped to come calling for St Helens star. I don't know I just feel comfortable here. Nofoaluma is also excited to see the finished product in the four-part documentary series. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. But still, the story was Maguire, and the under-fire coach who just needed a win. And the lessons he has learnt from one of the Tigers greatest five-eighths, Benji Marshall, have him primed for his best year yet. He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup . The 22-year-old was . It was first thought that Lebanon trainer Robbie Farah had been sent, before Doueihi was seen going to the touchline. '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. I like being in the six jersey, I feel like I get my hands on the ball more," he said. 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. The utility back made his international debut . I am really happy with how the club recruited this off-season. 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. I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. 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. Milford was sent to the sin-bin, as Samoa were battered by the hosts 60-6 in the opening match of the World Cup. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars. 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. "It was more about the team and the organisation," Maguire said. To be honest, I dont mind where he moves me to Im pretty versatile like that and can handle most positions in the backline. I guess he knows my game and I feel as though he appreciates that. 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. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. 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. Wests Tigers fullback Adam Doueihi is distraught after a loss to the Newcastle Knights in August 2020. Its hard to deal in hypotheticals, and I dont know what will happen with Mitch, Doueihi said. Im a bit nervous actuallyit will be a good watch I guess," he said. 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 . So fingers crossed I can have a good year this year and I wanted to back myself to push for a long-term contract.. Despite playing a starring role at the Wests Tigers in the halves, the 24-year-old has . 29.3K followers. The win over Brisbane came just 24 hours before the first episode of new behind-the-scenes documentary surrounding the Tigers. This trip up here is a pretty big sacrifice for us as a Sydney club," he said. A lot of that was to their credit with their set ends," coach Anthony Griffin said. But it was his kicking game which really got Wests Tigers over the line - slotting. "As fatigue set in a little bit, we lost a bit of our marker play and line speed in defence. Oct 16th, 2022. There was no on-field audio of the incident due to a technical glitch at the time. 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. "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. The key for the Tigers is what happens next, given they are yet to string together three straight wins under Maguire. A Balmain local junior, Adam returned home to Wests Tigers ahead of the 2020 season signing a four-year contract which keeps him at the club until at least the end of the 2023 season. [14], With the signing of Latrell Mitchell for 2020, it left Doueihi on the outer with South Sydney. 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.. We sort of verse teams that are all around us to finish 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. Wests Tigers respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. 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. 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. Leave concussion calls to clubs, not NRL: Bennett, Munster hoping to play on after finger injury, Dolphins nab Flegler from Broncos for 2024, 'I thought it was over': Tamou on his Cowboys lifeline, AJ Brimson always wanted to be No.1 Titan, Cowboys intent on unfinished NRL business, Turbo-charged Tom ready for NRL after US stint, Queensland Preview: Old Heads, Hardheads and Young Bucks, Real or Not: Moses and the Eels to struggle, Ponga to shine and Dolphins will win, Storm earn epic win over Eels in NRL opener, Your NRL team's must-watch player for season 2023, Selwood to help Melbourne through stormy period, ESPN's 2023 crystal ball predictions for all major Australian codes, ESPN's biggest Australian headlines of 2022. With Adam Doueihi signing a one-year extension and the Tigers pushing hard to lure Mitchell Moses, Luke Brooks looms as the odd man out in a three-into-two halves headache at Leichhardt.

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