[8], Doueihi made his international debut for Lebanon against Malta on 6 May 2017. David Nofoaluma echoed the sentiments of Doueihi and feels the next two months is a huge opportunity for the Concord-based outfit. I also worked with [assistant coach] Robbie Farah at the World Cup and liked his coaching style. He made a successful return from a major knee injury in the 2022 season. I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," 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. [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. [15], In round 17, he scored two tries and kicked five goals as Wests defeated Manly-Warringah 3432 at Brookvale Oval. Available now! Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Latest News, Australia's #1 independent NRL news source. 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 . "Im sure theyve cut out some stuff I dont know what to expect. It's the same knee Doueihi injured and had surgery on in 2018 while he was at South Sydney. He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup . Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury. 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. 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. Things can change down the track: NRL clubs tipped to come calling for St Helens star. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. 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". [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. 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.. Sign up for our Sport newsletter. Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. 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. Well have a look back and see some of the things we could have got better at. Liam is a content producer for The Sporting News Australia. 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. [17], In round 10, Doueihi scored two tries and kicked six goals in Wests Tigers 3618 victory over Newcastle. Doueihi was born in Eastwood, New South Wales, Australia, and is of Lebanese descent through his grandparents, who are from Zgharta. "It was more about the team and the organisation," Maguire 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.. Despite the injuries, neither are expected to miss the season opener against the Gold Coast in a fortnight's time. Adam Doueihi will appeal his one-game suspension in a last-ditch effort to play in Lebanon's critical World Cup clash against Ireland. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins there. 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. [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. Lebanons coach Michael Cheika admitted post-match that with Doueihi sent off with 20 minutes still remaining, his side had lost their way. www.asics.com.au . 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. 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'm really happy to extend my stay here at Wests Tigers," said Doueihi, who missed the start of last season with an ACL injury. 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. The utility back made his international debut . It has now been reported that Doueihi . And the lessons he has learnt from one of the Tigers greatest five-eighths, Benji Marshall, have him primed for his best year yet. "I could just see a real difference in their head space, and how they played for and dug in for each other.". "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. I am a local junior and I genuinely do have a connection to the club, Doueihi said. Its hard to deal in hypotheticals, and I dont know what will happen with Mitch, Doueihi said. He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup. Im a bit nervous actuallyit will be a good watch I guess," he said. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. 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[18] In round 16, he scored two tries in a 2238 defeat against South Sydney. 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. Making matters worse, winger Cody Ramsey also suffered an apparent rib injury with Mikaele Ravalawa and Jordan Pereira still both suspended next week. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion 83 posts. Love the NRL? 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 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. On 19 October, Doueihi was suspended for one match over the incident and would miss Lebanon's second group match against Ireland.[23]. WATCH: The footy is back, controversies over the new rules, and is Nicho the worlds best player? Download ESPN from Google Play Store Doueihi was handed a Grade A charge for foul and abusive language towards a match official. 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.. I think there definitely is an opportunity for us to really push to make the eight," he said. We were on the same page when it came to how we wanted to attack. 22-year-old Doueihi was instrumental throughout the game as he shifted from the centres to fullback seamlessly. 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. Adam Doueihi will miss Lebanons vital clash against Ireland this week after failing to have his dissent charge overturned at the judiciary. 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. 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". Wests Tigers respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. 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. 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 just wonder with the circumstances of it. [4], He played his junior rugby league for the Strathfield Raiders and Dundas Shamrocks. Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers. The next day he was charged for abuse of a match official and given a one-match ban. Australian users can personalise their ESPN experience by downloading the App. The Wests Tigers will be forced to finish the 2021 NRL season without utility back Adam Doueihi. 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, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games . "The passion and the love of playing for Lebanon thats not enough sometimes. Doueihis contract extension with Tigers could have big implications for Brooks. It must have been quite the gobful.. Doueihi plays test rugby league for Lebanon, which was rocked by a tragic explosion in Beirut. '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. 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. A lot of that was to their credit with their set ends," coach Anthony Griffin said. I live five minutes away from training and I have always been a Tiger fan. But it was the 59th minute moment that left many scratching their heads, with referee Grant Atkins sending Doueihi from the field. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. 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. I think where things are at with training and stuff, I think weve found a good place. Athlete. 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. 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. But I wont keep trying to guess if hes coming or staying. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury.. "We had to defend 55 plays in our 20, we had 10 up the other end. 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 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. 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. 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. The 22-year-old was . I thought especially our right-edge attack were really good yesterday and piled on some points. 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. Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers.Credit:Getty. 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A few times you forget theyre even in the room or anywhere," he said. "It was ugly at times, but they rode the highs and lows of the game all the way to the end.". 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. Atkins said he told Doueihi "you're not going to call me the c-word" as he sent him off. 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. 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.. "We want to look back and know we did ourselves proud and everyone back in Sydney proud. 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. He has told me he wants me here long term. "Those wins are game changers for your mindset and how you turn up each week. Rugby League World Cup fixtures, scores, table, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I can play fullback if needed, and I feel really comfortable there. 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. 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. Follow. 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 key for the Tigers is what happens next, given they are yet to string together three straight wins under Maguire. I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. Doueihi admitted he is nervous to see what transpires when the series airs onFox League. I am enjoying it and I genuinely feel success isn't far off. 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. 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 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. I want to make a decision soon.. 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. MORE: Lebanon draw, squad and their road to the final at the RLWC| Kiwis overpower Lebanon. The win over Brisbane came just 24 hours before the first episode of new behind-the-scenes documentary surrounding the Tigers. The local junior admitted that he prefers being in the halves, but is comfortable wherever Michael Maguire decides to play him. Available now! I feel I play my best attacking football in that position.. It must have been quite the gobful.. [16], Douehi played every game for Wests in 2020 as the club finished 11th on the table and missed the finals. I am really happy with how the club recruited this off-season. Liam is a content producer for The Sporting News Australia. 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. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. We all saw the return of Adam Doueihi last week, now follow. The Tigers were far from great as a team but on the score of individual influence, Doueihi was brilliant. 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. I dont think its far off; I dont want to have it coming into the season, Moses said. The ACL injury brings with it a return time of an estimated nine months, although some can make it . 39K views, 821 likes, 107 loves, 59 comments, 59 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from South Sydney Rabbitohs: The wait is finally over. The Dragons meanwhile hurt themselves, as they lacked cohesion in attack at times in their third straight loss. Benji has been really good for me personally just giving me tips on the side, Doueihi told The Daily Telegraph. 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. [9] In October 2017, he was named in Lebanon's 24-man squad for the 2017 World Cup. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. Download ESPN from iTunes App Store 29.3K followers. Milford was sent to the sin-bin, as Samoa were battered by the hosts 60-6 in the opening match of the World Cup. Nofoaluma is also excited to see the finished product in the four-part documentary series. 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.. Tue 11 May 2021, 06:20 PM. 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. [10] He played in their 3216 win over Niue in a pre-tournament warm up match, landing 2 from 2 conversions. We want to make the sacrifice worthwhile, and if we can sneak into the eight its a massive bonus for us. [21] Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! Everything is going as planned at the moment, Doueihi said on SEN 1170. It gave Doueihi a return date estimate of late May - or almost halfway through the 2022 season. 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. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I played with Benji and obviously worked alongside him a few years ago. Get NRL news and more in your inbox Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. English recruit John Bateman has finally been granted a visa and touches down in Sydney at the start of the week. 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 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. Despite playing a starring role at the Wests Tigers in the halves, the 24-year-old has . "I think thats what weve been thinking about and been working on especially defensively.". Mark Molyneux is a content producer for Sporting News Australia. 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 just couldn't get out of our own end. We sort of verse teams that are all around us to finish the season. 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. I love this club, I like the players we have recruited, I like the pack we will get to play behind. The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! He will also miss one match with coach Matt Parish likely to call on Chanel Harris-Tavita to replace the playmaker. [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. 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. 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 fate is in our hands and well see what happens.". Capable of playing multiple positions, Doueihi has international experience with Lebanon, playing at the 2017 and 2021 World Cups. This trip up here is a pretty big sacrifice for us as a Sydney club," he said. "Its inside the four walls that fans dont really get access to. "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. 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. We need to set ourselves up for the tournament in a certain way, the principles that the team will play with. "We've been through this and had a win, but we've got to make sure we back it up," he said. Eels halfback Mitchell Moses is weighing his future.Credit:Getty. Head to ESPN's Home of Rugby League. 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. To be honest, I dont mind where he moves me to Im pretty versatile like that and can handle most positions in the backline. [11], Doueihi made his debut for South Sydney in round 2 of the 2018 NRL season against Penrith. 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. Confusion initially reigned around Doueihis dismissal, with Andrew Voss in commentary unsure about the turn of events which led to his send-off. 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: Get live scores, news and videos ANYWHERE, ANYTIME. But still, the story was Maguire, and the under-fire coach who just needed a win. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Doueihi also slotted five conversions in the win over Brisbane, which places them back in the hunt for the top eight. Plus I am playing my preferred position in the six spot. I like being in the six jersey, I feel like I get my hands on the ball more," he said. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. 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. 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. However, Doueihi claims he said: "Give us some f---ing calls". 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 . 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. I was pleased with all the lads. 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 . Wests Tigers five-eighth Adam Doueihi scores a try against the Manly Sea Eagles Jono Searle/Getty Images. 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. Stefano Utoikamanu and Jake Simpkin were omitted from the 17. But it was his kicking game which really got Wests Tigers over the line - slotting. 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. 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. On 30 January 2020, Doueihi signed a four-year contract to return to his roots at Wests Tigers. I enjoy the group, I have enjoyed being coached under Benji, Tim and Robbie so far. 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 would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. "I can sort of dictate play instead of waiting for the ball to come to me. Doueihi made 15 appearances for Souths before suffering a season ending anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee injury in their 3020 victory over Melbourne. Doueihi is the first cousin once removed of former Australian national rugby union, and later Lebanon, coach Michael Cheika. He has also a background in rugby union, having represented the Australian Schoolboys while attending St. Patrick's College, Strathfield in 2016. At about the eight, nine month mark Ill go back and see him for sort of a strength test. 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 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. Lebanon star Adam Doueihi has paid tribute to the World Cup for kickstarting his NRL career, and believes it could do the same for plenty of others. [14], With the signing of Latrell Mitchell for 2020, it left Doueihi on the outer with South Sydney. 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.