It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins, there. 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. 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 . Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. 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. [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 ugly at times, but they rode the highs and lows of the game all the way to the end.". 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". Plus I am playing my preferred position in the six spot. 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. 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 . 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. This trip up here is a pretty big sacrifice for us as a Sydney club," he said. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. The re-signing of the 24 . Nofoaluma is also excited to see the finished product in the four-part documentary series. Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers. I played with Benji and obviously worked alongside him a few years ago. "Its inside the four walls that fans dont really get access to. 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. 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. 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. Stefano Utoikamanu and Jake Simpkin were omitted from the 17. I enjoy the group, I have enjoyed being coached under Benji, Tim and Robbie so far. I am enjoying it and I genuinely feel success isn't far off. 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. Available now! "I think thats what weve been thinking about and been working on especially defensively.". 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.. A few times you forget theyre even in the room or anywhere," he said. We lost a bit of the middle when we got fatigued and the ruck speed came from New Zealand, that was hard to take.". [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. "We've been through this and had a win, but we've got to make sure we back it up," he said. 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 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. 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. 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. '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 ACL injury brings with it a return time of an estimated nine months, although some can make it . However, ask Adam, and he isn't planning on hitting the exit doors anytime soon. He has told me he wants me here long term. Liam is a content producer for The Sporting News Australia. Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! 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. The Wests Tigers will be forced to finish the 2021 NRL season without utility back Adam Doueihi. I love this club, I like the players we have recruited, I like the pack we will get to play behind. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games . 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Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. I havent spent any time at fullback over the summer. Doueihi admitted he is nervous to see what transpires when the series airs onFox League. Im actually excited to see how it comes out this evening.". Its hard to deal in hypotheticals, and I dont know what will happen with Mitch, Doueihi said. 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. 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. I think there definitely is an opportunity for us to really push to make the eight," 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 . Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury. "We've all trained hard in pre-season and our team is in great shape. 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. WATCH: The footy is back, controversies over the new rules, and is Nicho the worlds best player? The utility back made his international debut . I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. We want to make the sacrifice worthwhile, and if we can sneak into the eight its a massive bonus for us. On 19 October, Doueihi was suspended for one match over the incident and would miss Lebanon's second group match against Ireland.[23]. 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. 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 was pleased with all the lads. 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 will miss Lebanons vital clash against Ireland this week after failing to have his dissent charge overturned at the judiciary. 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. "It was more about the team and the organisation," Maguire said. 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. Capable of playing multiple positions, Doueihi has international experience with Lebanon, playing at the 2017 and 2021 World Cups. 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.. Eels halfback Mitchell Moses is weighing his future.Credit:Getty. To be honest, I dont mind where he moves me to Im pretty versatile like that and can handle most positions in the backline. "The fate is in our hands and well see what happens.". Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Athlete. "The six jersey was good for me yesterday, so hopefully Im back in that this week.". Rugby League World Cup fixtures, scores, table, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. The Wests Tigers player is. The key for the Tigers is what happens next, given they are yet to string together three straight wins under Maguire. I did most of the pre-season at six, but when I moved to centre it wasnt too bad of a move. I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. 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.. 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 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. Im friends with him, we played at the World Cup together, and I like playing with him. I am a local junior and I genuinely do have a connection to the club, Doueihi said. The only people riding the rollercoaster harder than Maguire were Cini's fans in the Southern Stand. 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 . 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. 22-year-old Doueihi was instrumental throughout the game as he shifted from the centres to fullback seamlessly. Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Latest News, Australia's #1 independent NRL news source. English recruit John Bateman has finally been granted a visa and touches down in Sydney at the start of the week. Doueihi plays test rugby league for Lebanon, which was rocked by a tragic explosion in Beirut. 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. 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: Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 978 following. The Tigers were far from great as a team but on the score of individual influence, Doueihi was brilliant. Download ESPN from iTunes App Store But I wont keep trying to guess if hes coming or staying. Oct 16th, 2022. 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. On Sunday morning, he told SEN Radio that he is on track with his recovery and could be back sooner than expected. So fingers crossed I can have a good year this year and I wanted to back myself to push for a long-term contract.. Adam Doueihi will appeal his one-game suspension in a last-ditch effort to play in Lebanon's critical World Cup clash against Ireland. 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. MORE: Lebanon draw, squad and their road to the final at the RLWC| Kiwis overpower Lebanon. However, Doueihi claims he said: "Give us some f---ing calls". "For me personally, I'm fully fit and hoping to be the best I can be. Follow. [22] 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 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. 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. 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". 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 just wonder with the circumstances of it. I can play fullback if needed, and I feel really comfortable there. Im a bit nervous actuallyit will be a good watch I guess," he said. [21] [8], Doueihi made his international debut for Lebanon against Malta on 6 May 2017. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. I am really happy with how the club recruited this off-season. 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. "The passion and the love of playing for Lebanon thats not enough sometimes. Lebanons coach Michael Cheika admitted post-match that with Doueihi sent off with 20 minutes still remaining, his side had lost their way. I dont think its far off; I dont want to have it coming into the season, Moses said. Of course, losing a man and a player in that position (Doueihi) really got us out of sorts and we got hit in blocks, with a couple of tries in a row. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. That is always a confidence boost for you as a player when the coach respects your strengths and thinks the same way. 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. I guess he knows my game and I feel as though he appreciates that. 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. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. We were on the same page when it came to how we wanted to attack. 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. Adam Doueihi. 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. Doueihi also slotted five conversions in the win over Brisbane, which places them back in the hunt for the top eight. But five minutes later some of them were up dancing shirtless again, when the Minchinbury junior crossed to send the Tigers further in front. "It was a tough effort for our guys to keep turning up. Doueihi made 15 appearances for Souths before suffering a season ending anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee injury in their 3020 victory over Melbourne. 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. "I could just see a real difference in their head space, and how they played for and dug in for each other.". Love the NRL? 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.
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