"I just wonder with the circumstances of it. I am a local junior and I genuinely do have a connection to the club, Doueihi said. Get live scores, news and videos ANYWHERE, ANYTIME. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. "Those wins are game changers for your mindset and how you turn up each week. We were on the same page when it came to how we wanted to attack. 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. If we want to be genuine chances in this comp, weve got to win these games and it will put us in the eight. [11], Doueihi made his debut for South Sydney in round 2 of the 2018 NRL season against Penrith. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. Joey Leilua then sealed it late, running through where Lomax would have been. Head to ESPN's Home of Rugby League. It's the same knee Doueihi injured and had surgery on in 2018 while he was at South Sydney. Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers. NRL 2022: Adam Doueihi, Wests Tigers, injury, Michael Maguire, Jackson He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup . 978 following. Rugby League World Cup 2022: Adam Doueihi sent off in New Zealand v Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? We need to set ourselves up for the tournament in a certain way, the principles that the team will play with. The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! 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'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. But once Doueihi was seen jogging off the field, commentator Andrew Voss confirmed the series of events. Adam Doueihi will miss Lebanons vital clash against Ireland this week after failing to have his dissent charge overturned at the judiciary. But it was the 59th minute moment that left many scratching their heads, with referee Grant Atkins sending Doueihi from the field. WATCH: The footy is back, controversies over the new rules, and is Nicho the worlds best player? 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. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins, there. 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. 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. Rugby League World Cup Lebanon's Adam Doueihi hit with charge [14], With the signing of Latrell Mitchell for 2020, it left Doueihi on the outer with South Sydney. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. "We had to defend 55 plays in our 20, we had 10 up the other end. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Plus I am playing my preferred position in the six spot. [15], In round 17, he scored two tries and kicked five goals as Wests defeated Manly-Warringah 3432 at Brookvale Oval. 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 . Doueihi plays test rugby league for Lebanon, which was rocked by a tragic explosion in Beirut. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. It was first thought that Lebanon trainer Robbie Farah had been sent, before Doueihi was seen going to the touchline. Doueihis contract extension with Tigers could have big implications for Brooks. Love the NRL? Adam Doueihi sent off in bizarre moment in Lebanon's loss to New Serious knee injury confirmed for Doueihi - NRL News - Zero Tackle Adam Doueihi: The World Cup set up my NRL career and it can for others NRL news 2022: Adam Doueihi to appeal one match World Cup ban for "We just couldn't get out of our own end. "Its inside the four walls that fans dont really get access to. But it was his kicking game which really got Wests Tigers over the line - slotting. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games for the club. Well have a look back and see some of the things we could have got better at. 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. Get NRL news and more in your inbox 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 next day he was charged for abuse of a match official and given a one-match ban. Official NRL profile of Adam Doueihi for Wests Tigers | Wests Tigers "We've been through this and had a win, but we've got to make sure we back it up," he said. 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. A few rival clubs have been sniffing around the Lebanese international half, however despite opportunities elsewhere, Doueihi never considered walking out on the club. At about the eight, nine month mark Ill go back and see him for sort of a strength test. [8], Doueihi made his international debut for Lebanon against Malta on 6 May 2017. [16], Douehi played every game for Wests in 2020 as the club finished 11th on the table and missed the finals. Despite the injuries, neither are expected to miss the season opener against the Gold Coast in a fortnight's time. 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 think there definitely is an opportunity for us to really push to make the eight," he said. "Im sure theyve cut out some stuff I dont know what to expect. I was pleased with all the lads. Despite playing a starring role at the Wests Tigers in the halves, the 24-year-old has . Its hard to deal in hypotheticals, and I dont know what will happen with Mitch, Doueihi said. The only people riding the rollercoaster harder than Maguire were Cini's fans in the Southern Stand. I live five minutes away from training and I have always been a Tiger fan. [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. I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. I havent spent any time at fullback over the summer. Real or Not: Send off was enough for Adam Doueihi NRL Adam Doueihi stars, Wests Tigers beat St George Illawarra Dragons [17], In round 10, Doueihi scored two tries and kicked six goals in Wests Tigers 3618 victory over Newcastle. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury.. 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 . The local junior admitted that he prefers being in the halves, but is comfortable wherever Michael Maguire decides to play him. They completed at just 75 per cent, and had only 18 play-the-balls in the Tigers' half in the second half. [4], He played his junior rugby league for the Strathfield Raiders and Dundas Shamrocks. "It was a tough effort for our guys to keep turning up. Available now! Adam Doueihi officially confirms future on short-term deal 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. Adam Doueihi inks one year NRL deal with Wests Tigers Stefano Utoikamanu and Jake Simpkin were omitted from the 17. We all saw the return of Adam Doueihi last week, now follow. [9] In October 2017, he was named in Lebanon's 24-man squad for the 2017 World Cup. "The six jersey was good for me yesterday, so hopefully Im back in that this week.". 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. 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. RLWC 2022: Adam Doueihi sent off over ugly act towards referee 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. 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Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! NRL Wests Tigers Adam Doueihi confirms ACL surgery setback - ESPN.com 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. 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. 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. 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. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion Adam Doueihi (@adamdoueihi6) | Twitter Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. Cedars coach Michael Cheika said his side fought valiantly, but lost the ruck battle against a powerful Kiwis outfit. Wests Tigers respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. 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 can sort of dictate play instead of waiting for the ball to come to me. Footy Fan Offers Adam Doueihi Some Kicking Advice In - SPORTbible 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. The win over Brisbane came just 24 hours before the first episode of new behind-the-scenes documentary surrounding the Tigers. Im a bit nervous actuallyit will be a good watch I guess," he said. The Wests Tigers will be forced to finish the 2021 NRL season without utility back Adam Doueihi. Sports news, results and expert commentary. Early life [ edit] However, Doueihi claims he said: "Give us some f---ing calls". 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. 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. 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. The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! Doueihi was dismissed in the second half of Lebanon's loss to New Zealand on Sunday (Monday AEDT). 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. 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. 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.. 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". 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. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. Adam Doueihi will miss Lebanon's vital clash against Ireland this week after failing to have his dissent charge overturned at the judiciary. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury. Adam Doueihi (@adamdoueihi_) Instagram photos and videos 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. [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. 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Please try again later. I don't know I just feel comfortable here.