The win over Brisbane came just 24 hours before the first episode of new behind-the-scenes documentary surrounding the Tigers. 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. Im definitely excited to see it and I think its the first one a club has done or Fox have done.". It must have been quite the gobful.. "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. I havent spent any time at fullback over the summer. Adam Doueihi joins Inside the NRL ahead of documentary premiere. 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. 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. Adam Doueihi will appeal his one-game suspension in a last-ditch effort to play in Lebanon's critical World Cup clash against Ireland. But I wont keep trying to guess if hes coming or staying. We dont want to think about previous or what has happened in the past. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars. That is always a confidence boost for you as a player when the coach respects your strengths and thinks the same way. Despite the injuries, neither are expected to miss the season opener against the Gold Coast in a fortnight's time. 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.. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. The re-signing of the 24 . 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". Confusion initially reigned around Doueihis dismissal, with Andrew Voss in commentary unsure about the turn of events which led to his send-off. [9] In October 2017, he was named in Lebanon's 24-man squad for the 2017 World Cup. 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. The Dragons meanwhile hurt themselves, as they lacked cohesion in attack at times in their third straight loss. However, ask Adam, and he isn't planning on hitting the exit doors anytime soon. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. 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. Lebanons coach Michael Cheika admitted post-match that with Doueihi sent off with 20 minutes still remaining, his side had lost their way. "We just couldn't get out of our own end. 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. 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. Sports news, results and expert commentary. I want to make a decision soon.. Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Latest News, Australia's #1 independent NRL news source. "I think a few of the players get micd up in the games and youll see what happens at training and stuff. [15], In round 17, he scored two tries and kicked five goals as Wests defeated Manly-Warringah 3432 at Brookvale Oval. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins there. Available now! We sort of verse teams that are all around us to finish the season. 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. [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. It was first thought that Lebanon trainer Robbie Farah had been sent, before Doueihi was seen going to the touchline. Im a bit nervous actuallyit will be a good watch I guess," he said. A few times you forget theyre even in the room or anywhere," he said. He has also a background in rugby union, having represented the Australian Schoolboys while attending St. Patrick's College, Strathfield in 2016. Download ESPN from iTunes App Store Things can change down the track: NRL clubs tipped to come calling for St Helens star. 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 . Im really looking forward to a big 2023.. 978 following. I played with Benji and obviously worked alongside him a few years ago. Adam Doueihi of Lebanon. 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. "Thats something that we are really focused on, and its definitely an opportunity for us to take advantage of being here in Brisbane together. 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. There was no on-field audio of the incident due to a technical glitch at the time. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. I like being in the six jersey, I feel like I get my hands on the ball more," he said. "We've all trained hard in pre-season and our team is in great shape. A few rival clubs have been sniffing around the Lebanese international half, however despite opportunities elsewhere, Doueihi never considered walking out on the club. 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. I am really happy with how the club recruited this off-season. 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. 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. He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup. Adam Doueihi. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins, there. 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.. "Its inside the four walls that fans dont really get access to. I am enjoying it and I genuinely feel success isn't far off. 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. "We've been through this and had a win, but we've got to make sure we back it up," he said. Joey Leilua then sealed it late, running through where Lomax would have been. 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.. 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. 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. "Those wins are game changers for your mindset and how you turn up each week. 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. www.asics.com.au . At about the eight, nine month mark Ill go back and see him for sort of a strength test. Im friends with him, we played at the World Cup together, and I like playing with him. I enjoy the group, I have enjoyed being coached under Benji, Tim and Robbie so far. Benji has been really good for me personally just giving me tips on the side, Doueihi told The Daily Telegraph. 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. 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.. 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. The 22-year-old was . I don't know I just feel comfortable here. 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. Nofoaluma is also excited to see the finished product in the four-part documentary series. I feel I play my best attacking football in that position.. [21] 39K views, 821 likes, 107 loves, 59 comments, 59 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from South Sydney Rabbitohs: The wait is finally over. After his worst game of the year last week, Doueihi put three players through for linebreaks as he also busted through three tackles himself. Love the NRL? But still, the story was Maguire, and the under-fire coach who just needed a win. [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. 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. 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. Early life [ edit] The impact of Sheens, Marshall and fellow assistant Robbie Farah has revitalised the side and brought a newfound energy to the squad, and Doueihi is loving what he sees. Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 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. 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. "The passion and the love of playing for Lebanon thats not enough sometimes. 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. It has now been reported that Doueihi . "The six jersey was good for me yesterday, so hopefully Im back in that this week.". Get NRL news and more in your inbox Doueihi is the first cousin once removed of former Australian national rugby union, and later Lebanon, coach Michael Cheika. 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. 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"I think thats what weve been thinking about and been working on especially defensively.". On 19 October, Doueihi was suspended for one match over the incident and would miss Lebanon's second group match against Ireland.[23]. David Nofoaluma echoed the sentiments of Doueihi and feels the next two months is a huge opportunity for the Concord-based outfit. Doueihi apologised to Atkins after full-time and was provided a character reference by Lebanon coach Michael Cheika, who is also Doueihi's uncle. Im actually excited to see how it comes out this evening.". [22] 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. [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. 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. I live five minutes away from training and I have always been a Tiger fan. I love this club, I like the players we have recruited, I like the pack we will get to play behind. Head to ESPN's Home of Rugby League. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. 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 charge carried a one-match ban, which the 24-year-old elected to fight in a bid to play in Lebanons second group game. Adam Doueihi will miss Lebanon's vital clash against Ireland this week after failing to have his dissent charge overturned at the judiciary. 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. 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. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. The Wests Tigers player is. We all saw the return of Adam Doueihi last week, now follow. 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. 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. 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. Download ESPN from Google Play Store 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.. 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. "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. And the lessons he has learnt from one of the Tigers greatest five-eighths, Benji Marshall, have him primed for his best year yet. Everything is going as planned at the moment, Doueihi said on SEN 1170. Get live scores, news and videos ANYWHERE, ANYTIME. 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. [16], Douehi played every game for Wests in 2020 as the club finished 11th on the table and missed the finals. If we want to be genuine chances in this comp, weve got to win these games and it will put us in the eight. 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. We need to set ourselves up for the tournament in a certain way, the principles that the team will play with. 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: Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! However, ask Adam, and he isn't planning on hitting the exit doors anytime soon. 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". But once Doueihi was seen jogging off the field, commentator Andrew Voss confirmed the series of events. On Sunday morning, he told SEN Radio that he is on track with his recovery and could be back sooner than expected. [11], Doueihi made his debut for South Sydney in round 2 of the 2018 NRL season against Penrith. It must have been quite the gobful.. Available now! This trip up here is a pretty big sacrifice for us as a Sydney club," he said. But it was his kicking game which really got Wests Tigers over the line - slotting. [10] He played in their 3216 win over Niue in a pre-tournament warm up match, landing 2 from 2 conversions. Despite playing a starring role at the Wests Tigers in the halves, the 24-year-old has . Eels halfback Mitchell Moses is weighing his future. [18] In round 16, he scored two tries in a 2238 defeat against South Sydney. "Im sure theyve cut out some stuff I dont know what to expect. Tue 11 May 2021, 06:20 PM. 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.. Capable of playing multiple positions, Doueihi has international experience with Lebanon, playing at the 2017 and 2021 World Cups. We want to make the sacrifice worthwhile, and if we can sneak into the eight its a massive bonus for us. 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. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury.. English recruit John Bateman has finally been granted a visa and touches down in Sydney at the start of the week. A week after he had the blowtorch applied to him, Maguire watched on as the Tigers claimed just their second win of the season in beating the Dragons. He made a successful return from a major knee injury in the 2022 season. Plus I am playing my preferred position in the six spot. I guess he knows my game and I feel as though he appreciates that. Follow. The Tigers were far from great as a team but on the score of individual influence, Doueihi was brilliant. [8], Doueihi made his international debut for Lebanon against Malta on 6 May 2017. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. The ACL injury brings with it a return time of an estimated nine months, although some can make it . 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. We lost a bit of the middle when we got fatigued and the ruck speed came from New Zealand, that was hard to take.". 29.3K followers. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion Doueihi admitted he is nervous to see what transpires when the series airs onFox League. Doueihi was handed a Grade A charge for foul and abusive language towards a match official. "I can sort of dictate play instead of waiting for the ball to come to me. [14], With the signing of Latrell Mitchell for 2020, it left Doueihi on the outer with South Sydney. 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. It's the same knee Doueihi injured and had surgery on in 2018 while he was at South Sydney. 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Atkins said he told Doueihi "you're not going to call me the c-word" as he sent him off. Doueihi plays test rugby league for Lebanon, which was rocked by a tragic explosion in Beirut. Sign up for our Sport newsletter. 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. Mark Molyneux is a content producer for Sporting News Australia. 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. [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. 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 . So fingers crossed I can have a good year this year and I wanted to back myself to push for a long-term contract.. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games . I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury. He has told me he wants me here long term. Stream the NRL premiership 2023 live and free on 9Now. I dont think its far off; I dont want to have it coming into the season, Moses said. "As fatigue set in a little bit, we lost a bit of our marker play and line speed in defence. '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. 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. The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. 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 was dismissed in the second half of Lebanon's loss to New Zealand on Sunday (Monday AEDT). Hell have a list of boxes I need to tick, and as long as I tick all of them Ill be good to go. We were on the same page when it came to how we wanted to attack. I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. The local junior admitted that he prefers being in the halves, but is comfortable wherever Michael Maguire decides to play him. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. He will also miss one match with coach Matt Parish likely to call on Chanel Harris-Tavita to replace the playmaker. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. 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. On 30 January 2020, Doueihi signed a four-year contract to return to his roots at Wests Tigers.
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